Daunian Askos

Period: 300 B.C.

Material: Terracotta

Dimensions: 24 cm high

Price: Sold

Ref: 2016

Provenance: Swiss private collection

Condition: Intact

Description: The vessel has two cylindric spouts, one with a filter on the rim, the other one with a filter in the neck. Between the two spouts is an elegantly formed handle. Rich decoration in dark brown and red with wavelines, chevrons, meanders, zig-zag patterns and threads. Above the basis is a metope decorated with stars, coils and flowers.

Culture: South Italy/Apulia