Ancient Greek Black-Glazed Footed Plate Circa 5th century BC This black-glazed footed plate is a shallow dish tapering to a short foot base. The simplicity of its form, combined with the sleek black finish, exemplifies the aesthetic and functional refinement of ancient Greek ceramic craftsmanship. Black-glazed ceramics in ancient Greece emerged as a result of innovative firing techniques, involving controlled oxygen conditions during the kiln firing process. Dating back to the 6th century BC, black-glazed pottery not only served practical purposes, providing a waterproof seal and protection against corrosion but also became sought after for its elegant appearance. Dimensions: 130mm x 25mm; weight 125g Provenance: Private UK Ancient Art Collection formerly acquired on the UK, European, and USA Art Markets from pre-2000 Collections. Disclaimer: NO SHIPPING OUTSIDE OF THE EUROPEAN UNION. All items will be shipped from Belgium. The seller guarantees and can prove that the object was obtained legally. The seller was informed by Catawiki that they had to provide the documentation required by the laws and regulations in their country of residence. The seller guarantees and is entitled to sell/export this object. The seller will provide all provenance information known about the object to the buyer. The seller ensures that any necessary permits are/will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer immediately about any delays in obtaining such permits. The seller will not ship outside the EU.