Apulian Red Figure Oinochoe with Woman's Head, Magna Graecia
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Greek Apulian red figure oinochoe, c.340-300BC, Magna Graecia, Southern Italy, with spreading lip and loop handle above an ovoid body, decorated with the left profile of a woman's head and anthemion to other side, on a circular foot, a/f (heavily restored), height 17.5 cm
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- Oenochoe / Oinochoe - An oenochoe, also spelt oinochoe is an Ancient Greek wine jug or a modern jug usually silver, made in the same form, with a single curved handle and is usually taller than it is wide.
- A/f, as Inspected - The letters "A/F" or "as inspected" as part of a description is the cataloguer's shorthand for "all faults" or "as found", meaning the item has some type of damage or deficiency, it is of uncertain date or provenance, and/or that the seller takes no responsibility for the completeness of the item or the accuracy of the description.
- Oviform /ovoid - The outline loosely resembling the shape of an egg.
- Anthemion - An anthemion is a classical decorative design element based on the acanthus flower that consists of a central circular or oval motif surrounded by radiating petals or leaves. It is often used as a border or frieze in architecture, furniture, and other decorative arts. The anthemion is derived from the palmette, a motif that was popular in ancient Greek and Roman art and architecture. It is often associated with the classical world and with Neoclassical style, and it is often used to add a sense of grandeur and formality to a design. The anthemion is also known as a honeysuckle or honeysuckle ornament. It continues to be used in a variety of contexts today, and it is often admired for its elegant and decorative qualities.
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