Lot 35 , A Greek red-figure Hydria, c.500BC, probably Apulia, 25.5cm

A Greek red-figure Hydria, c.500BC, probably Apulia, the baluster shaped body painted with a robed lady being approached by a warrior holding a spear, within keywork and laurel wreath borders, the neck applied with a loop handle and the middle of the body with a pair of looped handles, decorated with palmettes to the opposing side, on a circular foot, 25.5cm
Estimate £1,800-2,200


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Sold for £2,000