This Ancient Greek, black glazed, terracotta oil vessel is single handled with a…

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This Ancient Greek, black glazed, terracotta oil vessel is single handled with a trifolded rim creating a three leafed motif. The body is bulbous with a narrow neck and flat base. The underside bears its original terracotta color. Ancient Greece - 3rd Century BC. Provenance: Private Collection, NYC. Dimensions: H: 4 5/8 in., (12 cm.) Very good overall. Signs of age. Chipping and glaze fading in places. See photos for reference.

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