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Campanian Black-Glazed Guttus - PF.5391
Origin: Magna Graecia
Circa: 500
BC
to 300
BC
Dimensions:
5.875" (14.9cm) high
x 5.75" (14.6cm) wide
Collection: Classical
Medium: Terracotta
£2,500.00
Location: UAE
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| Description |
A finely modeled Gorgon head in relief occupies
the central portion of this guttus. The head of
the Gorgon Medusa was featured the aegis
(shield) of the goddess Athena; and in fact, with
the suggestion of a helmet, this may be the
goddess herself. A long spout, ridged at the top,
and a short handle are characteristic of this type
of vessel, as is the fine incising on the sides. Two
areas of orange slip decorate the triple-tiered
base. It has been suggested the guttus was used
as a feeding bottle for infants. More likely, it was
a filling-bottle for oil lamps; and in this case, a
fine testimony to the terracotta vessels of the
Magna Grecia.
- (PF.5391)
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