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Etruscan Impasto Ware Kyathos, 7th Century BC

Etruscan kyathos of shallow form showing a frieze of subtle vertical ribs on the prominent pronounced shoulder.

The ribbon handle with outcurving edges arches from rim to shoulder. Small, slightly incurved base.

Intact, pristine quality and condition. Reddish brown impasto with carefully smoothed surface. Traces of sinter. Collector’s sticker on the base.

H. to handle 8.7 cm (3.4 in)
D. 15.2 cm (6 in)

Swiss private collection Ticino, since the 1970s.

1250 USD