A South Italian red-figure pelike. circa 4th Century B.C.
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Souvenirs of the Grand Tour
A South Italian red figure pelike
circa 4th century B.C.
Depicting Eros naked and in flight looking back over one shoulder and holding bunch of grapes, the obverse a female wearing long chiton, holding phiale and possibly a bunch of grapes, further embellished with palmette beneath each handle and all above scrolling band.
height 8 1/4in (21cm)
Sold for US$ 1,500 inc. premium

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