Lot 906
Greek tripod, bronze coaster, 6th century B.C.
Works of Art, Antiquities & Ancient Art | A109kua | Live auction | 1190 Lots
Description
Three outward-facing, hollow-worked feline paws support an angular bronze ring with an almost horizontal surface, only minimally inclined inwards; at a 45-degree angle in front of it, a 2.2 cm high wall decorated with incised, downward-pointing leaf tongues. Together with a repoussé bronze bowl, such stands formed a set (Podanipter) for foot-washing. Maximum diameter from foot to foot 31.5 cm. Height 7.2 cm. CULTURAL ASSET!Provenance: Private collection in France. Acquired in June 2009 from Gorny & Mosch, Munich
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