G39

Greek painted pottery pig pelike

A black glazed pottery pelike vase decorated with a charming white painted figure of a pig or scruffy dog and various rows of garlands around the neck.

Greek, Gnathian colonies in South Italy, 4th Century BC

Size: 12 x 8 cms

Base chipped and areas of wear to the glaze as seen in the photographs

Ex. private collection, USA; acquired between 1970-1989. Old collection numbers and partial label to base, circa 1950's auction number attached to one side of the vase.