possibly 6th century B.C., spherical terracotta flask, forepart decorated with two combative lions between two birds and a snake, with rosettes throughout, faint remnants of red, 4-1/2 x 4 in. Note: This lot will be accompanied by a letter from the consignor confirming the provenance from Mathias Komor, purchased in the early 1960s. - Provenance: Mathias Komor, New York, purchased 1960s; Private North Carolina Collection

faint red color retouch at lions' shoulders and stripe on birds' wings, some flaking, small chips and voids, interior with˜loose object