17 - Attic white-ground lekythos

Attic white-ground lekythos Without base Terracotta. H 40 cm. Provenance: - Galerie Heidi Vollmoeller, Heidi Vollmoeller (1916–2004), Zurich. - Swiss private collection, Zurich. Heidi Vollmoeller (1916–2004) was a Swiss art dealer and collector of German descent who was among the pioneers of the international antiquities trade. Her enthusiasm for ancient art was largely sparked by her uncle, the painter Hans Purrmann. In the 1950s, she established herself as one of the few women in the then male-dominated antiquities trade. In Zurich, she ran the Galerie Heidi Vollmoeller, first on Limmatquai, later on Bahnhofstrasse, and finally on Kurhausstrasse. Over several decades, she maintained close relationships with international museums and collectors. More than 70 museums worldwide acquired works from her gallery. Her significant private collection of antiquities was auctioned at Christie’s in London beginning in 2003. CHF 400 / 800 Weight in grams: 1160 Condition: Hammer Auctions is committed to ensuring the accuracy and quality of each lot represented in our catalog. Each lot is thoroughly documented with multiple photographs to capture its condition, including any signs of wear, imperfections, or aging. We strongly encourage you to carefully review these images before placing a bid, as they form an integral part of our item descriptions. While we provide detailed condition information to help inform bidding decisions, please note that any condition statements are offered as informed opinions only and should not be interpreted as statements of absolute fact. Hammer Auctions disclaims liability for any errors or omissions but will make every effort to promptly address any discrepancies. In the rare event that a lot does not conform to its catalog description in any material respect, we are here to support our buyers with a straightforward return process. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund, provided they notify Hammer Auctions within 7 days of receipt. If you have any questions or need assistance, please feel free to contact us at any time (info@hammerauktionen.ch). -------------------------------- Hammer Auctions is committed to ensuring the accuracy and quality of every lot featured in the catalog. Each lot is thoroughly documented and accompanied by multiple photos showing its condition, including any wear, defects, or signs of aging. We strongly recommend that you carefully review these images before placing a bid, as they constitute an essential part of our item descriptions. Condition descriptions are provided for informational purposes only and reflect only an opinion. They should not be interpreted as statements of fact. Hammer Auctions assumes no liability for any errors or omissions but will make every effort to resolve discrepancies promptly. In the rare event that a lot does not conform to the catalog description in material respects, we support our buyers with a simple return process. Buyers may return the lot for a full refund, provided Hammer Auctions is notified within 7 days of receipt. If you have any questions or need assistance, please feel free to contact us at any time (info@hammerauktionen.ch).