Lot 466: ANTIQUITIES. An Attractive Daunian Sub-Geometric II Askos

An attractive Daunian Sub-Geometric II askos, Italic, late 6th Century BC, handmade, the body oval with flat base, the top somewhat rounded with a cylindrical neck without a distinct lip, a stubby tail opposite, separated by a single arching handle. The decoration is a medium brown slip and consists of horizontal banding around the body and neck and a few narrow vertical bands. H: 4 ¾” (12.1 cm); L: 5” (12.7 cm). Intact, horizontal age crack on body, two small nicks. Ex Los Angeles private collection. Value range $500-$600.

• Offered By: VAuctions
• Lot #: 466
• Listing #: 200909
• Closed: Thursday, October 4, 2012 8:52:30 PM CT
• Estimate: $500