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Greek Apulian Pelike by the Lecce Painter
circa 380-360 B.C.
Height: 8-3/4 in.
Depicted are two male Dionysiac revelers. The side A reveler holds a garland wreath above a stele. On Side B, he
holds a similar wreath and a flaming philae in the other hand. Alternatively, the figures are athletes celebrating a victory.
The handle sides have a palmette design.
The top border has a scalloped design (ovolo), while the bottom border has a wave design.
See A.D.Trendall, 'Red Figure Vases of South Italy and Sicily' pg.76 for the Lecce
Painter.
Intact and unrestored with some surface chipping, not affecting the design. Some rubbing to the base.
Ex. Superior Galleries
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