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c. 340-330 B.C., Charming Gnathia Ware Kylix

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Charming Gnathia Ware Kylix

c. 340-330 B.C., Gnathia Ware Kylix, Apulia, Choice Very Fine, hairline repair.
5.75” wide. This example with deep cup-like bowl, short foot, and typical graceful handles. The black glaze faintly olive-tinged, but smooth and glossy, with reserve bands of red at foot. In applied white and yellow colors along with incised details, one side of kylix with flying dove framed by pendant vine motif. The other side similar, but with two rosettes instead. Rims on both sides with short borders of painted and incised tongue and egg pattern. Vessel recomposed from large pieces, with only minor restoration and paint touch up. Otherwise, condition near pristine. Choice!

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