Ancient Greek - Rare Corinthian exaleiptron - 7th / 6th century BC

Rare and large Corinthian kothon or exaleiptron from ancient Greece It is decorated with a series of concentric circles on the periphery and under the base. Greece, Corinth region, 7th/6th century BCE. The particular shape of this water-drawing vase was designed to prevent its contents from spilling or to trap impurities when pouring the water. It was produced in Corinth during the 7th and 6th centuries BCE and was widely exported Dimensions: length 16.6 cm - width 13.7 cm Very good condition - no restoration - rare atypical piece Provenance: Germany, H.T.A. Gallery Previous provenance history: former private collection from the Rhine region (heritage), bequeathed by the father who acquired it between the 1960s and 1980s. The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance declaration seen by Catawiki. Important information: The seller guarantees that he is authorized to sell/export this lot. The seller will ensure that the necessary permissions, such as an export licence, are arranged. (Passport for a cultural object) The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days. All items from the seller are shipped with insurance equal to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document noting provenance.

Estimation:€1,000

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