A genuine, large and very rare ancient Graeco-Italic terracotta Olla, dating to approximately 550 B.C. This vessel shape is known as an Olla, likely used either for cooking and storage or for funerary purposes. Of globular form, with flattened circular base, biconical body, flared mouth and with two hand protomes between a pair of looped handles. The body and mouth of the pot with linear bands and geometric decoration in redish-brown paint. This rare form of vessel dates to the Daunian IIB Subgeometric period (approx 550-500 B.C.), when umber pigment began to be used in place of simple black. The Daunians were probably a native Italic people, who were influenced by neighboring ancient Greek ceramic styles. Their pottery art is thus a fusion between Classical Greek traditions and native taste. Height: Approximately 10 1/4 inches. Diameter: Approximately 13 1/4 inches. Condition: Excellent. Restored from large fragments. Minimal overpainting. Please see pictures. Provenance: Ex. stock of London dealer. Acquired 1970's.
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