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Premier Auction - Session I | November 11, 2022

Fri, Nov 11, 2022 09:00AM EST
Lot 508

Pair of Ancient Lidded Apulian Olpes

Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$100 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

Greek, probably 4th century BCE, two rare and unique polychrome vessels, decoration of Lady of Fashion and birds, lids in matching design, intricate knot form strap handles, 8-3/8 x 5-1/2 in.

Provenance: Sotheby's Sale #5640, Lot 519, November 25, 1987 (accompanied by copy of catalog listing); Estate of Ben Smith, Newnan, Georgia

Condition

loss to pigment, scattered damage consistent with age and use; one with chip to base, repair to handle; repair and retouch to one lid; one lid with chip

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