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Apulian Red-Figure Trefoil-Lipped Oinochoe - PF.4442
Origin: Magna Graecia
Circa: 500
BC
to 300
BC
Dimensions:
7" (17.8cm) high
x 5.75" (14.6cm) wide
Collection: Classical
Medium: Terracotta
£8,000.00
Location: UAE
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| Description |
Thick lines border the scene of two figures as if
representing walls of a stage set. There is a
young woman holding a staff, or thrysos, carried
by the followers of Bacchus. She wears a light
dress (chiton) with her arms exposed. Her
expression is very sweet and gentle as she looks
at the other person who also holds a staff. The
man is naked except for a lightweight wrap
(himation) fluttering loosely behind his back and
between his legs. He seems to be suspended in
motion, turning to look at the woman who
entreats him with her finely drawn face turned
slightly upwards. The woman is probably a
Maenad confronting her god Bacchus. This jug
was part of basic domestic utensils, holding oil
or wine, and used by every member of a
household. As it passed from hand to hand, the
painted scene must have captivated their
imaginations-- as it will do for those whose
household it next resides.
- (PF.4442)
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