An Etruscan Black-figured Amphora, circa 490 B.C.

with triple handles, decorated on each side with a dancing youth and satyr, the youth holding a wreath on one side, four linked palmettes in each handle zone, ivy leaves growing from the tendrils at their nexus.

Kunst und Münzen A.G., Piazza Riforma, Lugano, Switzerland
acquired from the above by the present owner's late husband in the 1970s

Foot reattached. Area of re-painting over two palmettes on body in handle zone. Note extensive areas of flaking to glaze on figures, several with retouching. Entire surface of vase appears to be slightly varnished.
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This lot is accompanied by an undated certificate of authenticity on Kunst und Münzen A.G. letterhead, signed by Marcello Merlo.