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An Attic Black-figured Oinochoe, related to the Altenburg Class, circa late 6th Century B.C.

An ancient Greek black-figured ceramic vessel from the late 6th century B.C., depicting a quadriga scene with mythological and warrior figures. The oinochoe features intricate painted details in red and white against the characteristic black-figure technique.

Medium: with echinus foot, flanged neck, round mouth, and high ribbed handle with arms on the rim, the frontal panel painted with a man riding in a quadriga, accompanied by a woman standing behind him, three warriors (one stepping up into the quadriga) wearing Corinthian helmets, and two himation-clad men, alternating red and black tongues above, details in added red and white.
Spotted At: Auction House · Sotheby's

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Ancient Sculpture and Works of Art Part I

December 6, 2022

Estimate: $12,000 – $18,000

Lot 20

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with echinus foot, flanged neck, round mouth, and high ribbed handle with arms on the rim, the frontal panel painted with a man riding in a quadriga, accompanied by a woman standing behind him, three warriors (one stepping up into the quadriga) wearing Corinthian helmets, and two himation-clad men, alternating red and black tongues above, details in added red and white.

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An Attic Black-figured Oinochoe, related to the Altenburg Class, circa late 6th Century B.C.

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