A Phoenician Clay Figure of Tanit 5th-4th Century B.C

A Phoenician Clay Figure of Tanit 5th-4th Century B.C   « Less

Greek terracotta figure of a seated lady, modelled seated wearing a himation worn over a chiton. On a later wood stand, 4th - 3rd century BC Condition: extensive  More »

Greek terracotta figure of a seated lady, modelled seated wearing a himation worn over a chiton. On a later wood stand, 4th - 3rd century BC Condition: extensive cracking, lime buildup to one side, neck restored Stock #: 1004159 Size: 19cm high Price: AU$ 1,450.00 US$ 1,479.00 € 1,102.00 £ 942.50   « Less

Greek terracotta figure of a seated goddess, with traces of original coloured pigments. Probably Alexandrian, 5th century BC References: Provenance: London trade, from  More »

Greek terracotta figure of a seated goddess, with traces of original coloured pigments. Probably Alexandrian, 5th century BC References: Provenance: London trade, from the old stock of Dealer M. Ayres, 31 Museum St, London and 187 Drury Lane, London, which closed in 1988, the stock sold at Bonhams, London 2003 Condition: good, losses to surface pigments, no restoration. Stock #: 1008616 Size: Price: AU$ 320.00 US$ 326.40 € 243.20 £ 208.00   « Less

Hellenistic terracotta figure of a woman riding a cockerel. 4th century BC Stock #: 1011934 Size: 10cm high Price: AU$ 580.00 US$ 591.60 € 440.80 £ 377.00

Hellenistic terracotta figure of a woman riding a cockerel. 4th century BC Stock #: 1011934 Size: 10cm high Price: AU$ 580.00 US$ 591.60 € 440.80 £ 377.00   « Less

Hellenistic pottery model of a dove, shown perched with tail down, a hole at the base for mounting, with traces of original pigments remaining. Canosan, South Italian, 4th  More »

Hellenistic pottery model of a dove, shown perched with tail down, a hole at the base for mounting, with traces of original pigments remaining. Canosan, South Italian, 4th century BC References: Provenance: London trade, from the old stock of Dealer M. Ayres, 31 Museum St, London and 187 Drury Lane, London, which closed in 1988, the stock sold at Bonhams, London 2003. Possibly Egyptian due to the heavy red nature of the clay, typical of Egy Condition: chip to beak; tail re-stuck Stock #: 1013168 Size: 12cm beak-to-tail Price: AU$ 540.00 US$ 550.80 € 410.40 £ 351.00   « Less

Hellenistic pottery small sized model of a dove, of stylized plump form, shown perched with tail fanned out behind, with major traces of original pigments  More »

Hellenistic pottery small sized model of a dove, of stylized plump form, shown perched with tail fanned out behind, with major traces of original pigments remaining. Canosan, South Italian, 4th century BC Stock #: 1013169 Size: 6cm beak-to-tail Price: AU$ 340.00 US$ 346.80 € 258.40 £ 221.00   « Less

Items of this collection were found in the Italian Republic, Apulia region, city of Lecce. The burial was discovered during construction of a new hotel, while excavating a  More »

Items of this collection were found in the Italian Republic, Apulia region, city of Lecce. The burial was discovered during construction of a new hotel, while excavating a foundation pit at a depth of about 6-8 meters. In the course of its examination there were found lots of historic artifacts; however, due to the fact that works were carried out by external employees, a part of these artifacts was lost. Now it consists of “chariot”, four coins, fragments of altar and embalming vessel. Almost all metal objects are corroded and covered with distinctive patina. Traits of patinas are alike, almost identical, thus proving that all objects were found in one place and correspond to one time period. In the same place there were found ceramic fragments of altar and embalming vessel. The embalming vessel is covered in famous Greek black varnish with green and red drawings, meaning mourning for the deceased. Altar and embalming vessel were broken by excavator bucket. Only parts of the Altar survived, while the embalming vessel was glued together. The objects were not cleaned and preserved in order to carry out expert review. Historical work wasn’t carried out either. Only expert evaluation of the superior department in this field (National Museum) was performed, proving their authenticity and identifying the age – 6-4 century B. C. The found objects represent custom of burial, and the composition testifies that the ceremony was ancient Greek. The ancient Greek tradition provided that coins were put in deceased arms and on his/her eyes. Chariot and altar are tributes to the status of the deceased. The identity of person buried can be established basing on the place of discovery. Previously here was situated the city named Taranto. According to legend, it was founded by the Spartans, Partheniae headed by Falan in 706 B. C. at the boundaries of the today’s cities of Apulia, Licon and Calabria on the shore of the Gulf of Taranto. Later Taranto became ancient Greek city-state. It was the largest center of handicraft and trade. In the seventh century B. C. it became one of the richest, highly populated and powerful polises in Ancient Greece. It is known that approximately in the year 500 B. C. it was governed by the king named Aristofilid. After examining the objects in the burial and basing on the place of discovery we can suppose that the deceased had descended from aristocratic family of Spartan warriors and was a chariot warrior (hoplite), or at least was related to Spartan military leaders. (“The discovery can be considered as unique archeological find and as one of the wonders of the world”).   « Less

Rare style! Ca. 6th century B.C., from the Greek city-state of Boeotia; painted buff terracotta of standing abstract female goddess – possibly of fertility and beauty  More »

Rare style! Ca. 6th century B.C., from the Greek city-state of Boeotia; painted buff terracotta of standing abstract female goddess – possibly of fertility and beauty (beauty is in the eye of the beholder). Arms held to the side, pointed nose and very unusual hairstyle/headdress. 6-1/2"H, head and top headdress re-attached else, quite fine. For similar style, see Dallas Museum of Art. ProvenanceEx-prominent Palm Springs, CA Collection purchased in 1981. Material Pottery Dimensions 6-1/2"H Condition Repaired   « Less

Extremely rare to find three matching pieces! From northern Italy, Etruria, ca. 6th century BC. Pottery grouping consisting of a large Oinochoe and two matching Kylixes; each  More »

Extremely rare to find three matching pieces! From northern Italy, Etruria, ca. 6th century BC. Pottery grouping consisting of a large Oinochoe and two matching Kylixes; each decorated with applied pigment and etched/incised harp and serpentine motifs. Each kylix footed with sweeping handles to the sides. A lovely and rare set of which outside the Boston Museum of Fine Arts is the only one we have ever seen. Oinochoe measures 12"H, each kylix 6-1/2"W to handles. Oinochoe and one kylix repaired froma a couple larges pieces (no new clay, nor hiding of break lines); other kylix intact. ProvenanceEx-private CA and Santa Fe, NM collections. Material Terracotta Dimensions 12"H, Kylix 6-1/2"W Condition Repaired   « Less

Large example! From northern Italy, early Villanovan (pre-Etruscan), ca. 8th to 7th century BC. Constructed of hand-hammered bronze; at some point in its ancient life, bowl  More »

Large example! From northern Italy, early Villanovan (pre-Etruscan), ca. 8th to 7th century BC. Constructed of hand-hammered bronze; at some point in its ancient life, bowl was repaired with the addition of another plate of bronze which was riveted in place. Rivets remaining are indications that vessel once had handles to each side. Large piece measuring 11-1/2"D. ProvenanceEx-private San Diego, CA Collection. Material Bronze Dimensions 11-1/2"D Condition Repaired   « Less