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An Apulian Red-figured Bell Krater, attributed to the Schulman Painter, circa 350-330 B.C.
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- An Apulian Red-figured Bell Krater
- Terracotta
- Height 13 3/4 in. 34.9 cm.
decorated with a young satyr with raised foot holding a torch and situla, and a seated woman with wreath and tambourine, the details in added white and yellow.
Provenance
Sotheby's, London, July 16th, 1968, no. 161 (according to A.D. Trendall, op. cit., p. 382)
English private collection, Oxford, from 1968 to ca. 2002
Maryland private collection
English private collection, Oxford, from 1968 to ca. 2002
Maryland private collection
Literature
A.D. Trendall and Alexander Cambitoglou, The Red-figured Vases of Apulia, vol. I, London, 1978, p. 382, no. 168, pl. 130-1-2
Condition
Intact and generally good. Areas of encrustation remain (such as those visible on the foot in the catalogue photo). The painting on side B is somewhat worn, especially the wreath under the rim. The painting on side A is in good shape, except for some of the added color details.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
The number 518 is inscribed in ink under the foot. A record of or catalogue for the Sotheby's sale mentioned by A.D. Trendall could not be located.