Lot 426
Outstanding Red-figure Lekanis. Apulia, c. 330-320 BC. The lekanis, a lidded dish, especially popular in Magna Graecia, in southern Italy. Its base of kylix form, but the rim is flanged to receive a lid. This in handsome black glaze, with reserve bands of red on the short foot, along with applied white petals with yellow overglaze around the exterior walls of the dish. The intricately painted lid shows a woman of fashion, and a rather effeminate Eros seated and holding various objects. These two are separated by elegant and large acanthus palmettes on either side. Lid handle with central rosette within border of waves along rim; waves also edge lower rim of lid. The figural drawing quite fine for this period, with added detailing in applied white and yellow. But for a few negligible chips, the vessel complete and intact, without repairs or paint touch -- the condition virtually pristine. Width: 9-3/4". Height: 7". A splendid artifact, so reflective of the Italian Greek's love of the sumptuously ornate.
Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,500.
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| Realized $2,990 |
