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CORINTHIAN PYXIS, EARLY 6TH CENTURY B.C.

Very nice pyxis, powder-pyxis type, the fitting lid has a molded top edge. The lower portion, in beige terracotta and concave edges, is equipped with a small edge forming a pedestal. The lid is painted with concentric circles and geometrical patterns in red-orange and brown.
Rare form of the Corinthian period around 600-570 B.C.
For similar examples see : Catalogue des Collections, Céramique Corinthienne et Etrusco-corinthienne, by Annie-France LAURENS, p. 72.

Comes with a TL test and an export passport.

Greek art, 6th century B.C.

Height : 2 inches (5,5 cm)
Diameter : 2.4 inches (6,8 cm)

Condition: Very good condition.
Reglued, no missing parts.

Price: € 1,150