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Lekythos


Lekythos with a rounded body, narrow, funnel-shaped, thickened rim, high foot and a vertical handle. The vessel is covered with black varnish. The body depicts a woman in a chiton, who is probably offering gifts at the altar. The details on the garment are made with varnish, applied with a thin brush. The hair is raised in a bun.


Dating
4th c. BC
Condition
Very good
Synonym
pottery, black-figure
Measurements
Height: 10.5, diam. rim: 3.3 cm; thikness rim: 0.6 cm, diam. bottom: 5.5 cm, width handle: 1.1 cm
Material(s)
clay

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