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Museum Quality Redware Hydria with Myth

Currency:USD Category:Antiques Start Price:9,500.00 USD Estimated At:9,500.00 - 12,500.00 USD
Museum Quality Redware Hydria with Myth
The vessel finely potted, with flaring foot in three degrees, three handles, and contoured overhanging rim. The minor field decorations handled confidently and neatly. The figurative devices of superb quality -- certainly equal to the best contemporary Attic painters. Side A: An armed youth on horse contends with a sword-wielding youth on foot, both within a temple naiskos. To the left, above and behind the horseman, another stands as backup; similarly to the right, two older bearded warriors support the youth. The scene framed by a curved palm tree on either side. Side B: Ornate arabesque of palmettes. Added details highlighted in white and yellow. Vessel reassembled from numerous pieces, with academic (non-painted) restorations typical of the early 20th century. Paint preservation and surfaces overall are superb. Height: 17-3/4". An outstanding work of art, and one of the best vases we have handled over the years.