Ancient Greek, Apulian Terracotta Red-Figure Lidded Pyxis
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Red-Figure Lidded Pyxis, a Greek Apulian terracotta vessel dating to c. 5th–3rd century BC in intact condition, measuring 7.8 cm tall.
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Description from the seller
Ceramic blackware lidded pyxis with integrally moulded faux handles to the shoulder and neck, the lid with radiating black strokes, central rings, the jar with palmettes beneath the handles, radiating black strokes to the shoulder, two profile ladies of fashion between scrolled tendrils.
Size: 7.8 cm total H (including lid) - 3 1/16 inches
Material: Terracotta
Culture: Greek, c. 5th - 3rd Century B.C.
Condition: Intact
Provenance: Property of a gentleman, acquired by his grandfather in the 1920s, thence by descent.
The seller guarantees that this item has been legally acquired & will be legally exported, related documents seen by Catawiki.
This item do not need an export licence within the EU.
The seller will inform the buyer if it needs a UK export licence outside the EU
Worldwide shipping by Registered Mail.
Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
N.B. Import duties may be incurred on orders shipped to countries outside the UK.
Notice: We are not able to ship to Greece and Cyprus.
Please note our last posting date before the Christmas holidays will be 18th December. Shipping will resume 5th January 2026.
Ceramic blackware lidded pyxis with integrally moulded faux handles to the shoulder and neck, the lid with radiating black strokes, central rings, the jar with palmettes beneath the handles, radiating black strokes to the shoulder, two profile ladies of fashion between scrolled tendrils.
Size: 7.8 cm total H (including lid) - 3 1/16 inches
Material: Terracotta
Culture: Greek, c. 5th - 3rd Century B.C.
Condition: Intact
Provenance: Property of a gentleman, acquired by his grandfather in the 1920s, thence by descent.
The seller guarantees that this item has been legally acquired & will be legally exported, related documents seen by Catawiki.
This item do not need an export licence within the EU.
The seller will inform the buyer if it needs a UK export licence outside the EU
Worldwide shipping by Registered Mail.
Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
N.B. Import duties may be incurred on orders shipped to countries outside the UK.
Notice: We are not able to ship to Greece and Cyprus.
Please note our last posting date before the Christmas holidays will be 18th December. Shipping will resume 5th January 2026.
Details
Culture
Ancient Greek, Apulian
Century/ Timeframe
Greek, c. 5th - 3rd Century B.C.
Name of object
Red-Figure Lidded Pyxis
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2015
Material
Terracotta
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1920
Previous owner - country acquired from
United Kingdom
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
