Ancient Greek Crème Slip Pitcher from Tarentum (a Greek colony, part of Magna Graecia), ca. 420 B.C. Left unpainted, this terracotta pouring vessel has a trefoil lip and a long handle that flows from top of semi-round body to back of spout. 10"H, repaired base of neck, else generally excellent.
This piece is an extremely rare Greek iron sword that dates to the Hellenistic period, circa 4th century B.C. This piece is nearly intact, and is in remarkable condition given the fact that this weapon is not bronze, and is made of iron. The metal of this piece is compact and there is very little flaking, and it is in very stable and solid condition. There are very few ancient Greek iron weapons that have survived from antiquity that is in the superb condition seen here. This piece dates to ... Click for details
From the Hellenistic period, ca. 3rd / 2nd Century B.C. Depicted under-lifesized, the head turned slightly to her right; her indistinctive, youthful features include softly arching brows, lidded almond-shaped eyes, rounded cheeks and pointed chin, her lips curved into a subtle smile. Custom mount. Head itself measures 4-1/2"H.
One of the most perfect examples of the type we have ever seen anywhere! Ancient Greek Pottery Aryballos from Corinth, in a proto-Corinthian style, ca. 630 BC. Small, rounded jug with wide flat lip, loop handle; well painted abstract palmettes with incised detailing. Used to carry perfumes and oil - globular aryballoi such as this were used by Greek men, the elongated versions (called alabastrons) were used by women. 2-5/8"H x 2"W at widest, intact choice condition and a real sweet gem! ... Click for details
This dainty piece is a Greek silver bowl that dates to the Hellenistic period, circa 4th-3rd century B.C. This piece is approximately 1.7 inches in diameter by .8 inches high. This piece is intact, and is in superb condition, save for some minute dimples that run around the piece. This piece has an exceptional dark gray patina, and there are minute root marks and scratches seen mostly on the outer surface. This piece has not been over cleaned and is in its superb "as found" condition. This ... Click for details
Collection of 11 bronze seals and broken bronze ring/seals, all with incised motifs like animals etc. Bactriana, Greek to Kushan period, 3rd century BC-4th century AD. In good condition, various dimensions.
Very minute but elegant bronze seal with an incised bird (probably the owl of Athena) from Greek Bactriana,3rd-2nd century BC. In excellent condition. 1x0.8cm.
Beautiful blue,yellow and pale blue pasteglass trifoiled oinochoe from Greece. Hellenistic Period, 3rd. century BC. Half bottom part fully restored, H:8.2cm.
This attractive vessel is a Greek Canosan amphora which dates to the Hellenistic period, circa early 3rd century B.C. This intact piece is approximately 15.5 inches high, and is in superb condition. This piece is also in an "as found" condition, as there are heavy black spotty deposits seen on various sections, along with tan earthern deposits seen at the base and the inner top surface. This piece also had some paint that was added to the vessel after it was fired, and there are some minor tr... Click for details
A molded terracotta couple seated side by side, Hellenistic, 3rd - 2nd Century BC. On the left a diademed woman (Leda?) holding a swan or goose, Eros on her shoulder; next to her a male figure seated, upper body bare. 4-1/2"T. Nicely mounted on a custom base. Excellent condition for fragment that it is, with features a bit soft, but displays beautifully!
PROVENANCE: Ex-Private CA collection, acquired at auction
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