Hellenistic Terracotta Pyxis
3rd-2nd century B.C. A terracotta pyxis with separate lid; small flared base, carinated profile with large flange rim, lid with broad flange, domed upper face with rosette detailing and central facing female bust. Cf. a vessel of similar form but undecorated in the British Museum, London, under accession number 1866,0415.49. 189 grams, 90 mm wide (3 1/2 in.). Ex Atenasov collection, Germany, before 1973. [For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price]
Price realized | -- |
Starting price | 1'000 GBP |
Estimate | 1'700 GBP |