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HAND MADE GREEK GREECE EUROPE LECYTHUS PORCELAIN BOTTLE LOW CO$T SHIPPING PROVIDED WITHIN THE USA ONLY, BUT I WILL SHIP WORLDWIDE AT BUYERS EXPENSE UP FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION IS A ORIGINAL AUTHENTIC HAND MADE HAND PAINTED GREEK WHITE PORCELAIN LECYTHUS BOTTLE/ VASE/ CONTAINER BOTTLED BY A. TSAKALIDES - A. GIKAS CO. THE DEPICTS IMAGES OF GREEK FIGURES CONDUCTING FUNERARY RITES ALONG WITH THE WORD "LECYTHUS" WRITTEN IN BOLD BLACK ABOVE THE IMAGES. THIS HANDMADE PORCELAIN ITEM HAS GOLD PAINTED TRIM ON THE BASE AND ON THE OPENING RIM OF THE BOTTLE. iT MESSURES 8 INCHES IN HEIGHT, AND 3 1/4 INCHESIN WIDTH AT IT'S WIDEST POINT IN THE CENTER OF THE ITEM. A lekythos (plural lekythoi) is a type of Greek pottery used for storing oil, especially olive oil. It has a narrow body and one handle attached to the neck of the vessel. The lekythos was used for anointing dead bodies of unmarried men and many lekythoi are found in tombs. The images on lekythoi were often depictions of daily activities or rituals. Because they are so often used in funerary situations, they may also depict funerary rites, a scene of loss, or a sense of departure as a form of funerary art. These drawings are usually outline drawings that are quite expressionless and somber in appearance. The decoration of these ceramic vessels consists of a dull red and black paint. These colors may have been derived from the Bronze Age, but were not used until 530 B.C. in Athens. Many artists of these vessels attempt to add more color to the figures, but end up abandoning the idea as to leave more of a contrast. These vessels were very popular circa the 5th century B.C., however there are many that have been found dating all the way back to 700 B.C. Lekythoi can be divided into five types: the standard or cylindrical lekythos, which measures between 30 and 50 cm though there are much larger lekythoi, up to 1 m, which may have been used to replace funerary stele, the Deianeria lekythos which originates from Corinth, this form has an oval profile and a round shoulder and is generally of a small size (20cm), it was produced from the beginning of the black figure period until the late 6th century, the secondary or shoulder lekythos, a variation on the standard type produced from the mid 5th century on, most are decorated with the white ground technique and measure around 20cm, the squat lekythos, usually less than 20cm in height with a rounded belly and a flat base, the acorn lekythos, a rarer form, which has an oval profile and a net of points at the base. THE ARTWORK ITEM IS INTACT AND IS AN ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL PIECE. ITEM CONDITION IS EXCELLENT AND WOULD ENHANCE ANY COLLECTORS SELECTION. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS ITEM, PLEASE HESITATE TO CONTACT ME BY EMAIL BEFORE ENHANCING YOUR COLLECTION WITH THIS BEAUTIFUL EXQUISITE WORK OF ART. We accept Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Discover, and PayPal. All postage is calculated at cost which also includes packaging and handling fees which make our standard low cost shipping rates more appealing to our by buyers. Items will be shipped via FedEX or USPS Flat rate postal service with Delivery confirmation, unless otherwise stated in the listing. If you buy more than one item we combine shipping give a $1.00 discount on shipping for each additional item purchased within (7) days of the first initial purchase. Please allow 5 business days for delivery once item has been paid for through paypal. RETURN POLICY All items are shipped as described in the listing if the item has been damaged through shipping we'll take an assertive role to rectify the matter. We have have an excellent feedback rating because our major goal is to satisfy all our customers. PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS SELLER IS NOT AN EXPERT IN ANY OF THE ITEMS BEING OFFERED. ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD "AS IS" THEREFORE IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE BUYER TO CHECK ALL ITEMS BEFORE PURCHASING THEIR SELECTED PRODUCT. - BUT IS RECOMMENDED ON HIGHER PRICED ITEMS. ALL SALES ARE FINAL We at Jaxsprat's Unique Collectibles have been avid treasure hunters for over fifteen years. Within the confines of our beautiful and cluttered home in sunny Fort Lauderdale, Florida we have been operating our store for over five years as a wholehearted family enterprise. Our aim is to provide and showcase quality antiques, collectibles, memorabilia, and fine art at affordable prices for everyone. We seek to ensure that our customers have a wonderful experience when shopping for collectibles in our store. If you have any inquiries or questions in reference to this item or any other item. We are available 24/7 as we make it an integral part of our customer service policy to respond to you in a efficient and timely manner. www.jaxsprats.com JAXSPRATS UNIQUE COLLECTIBLES "If it's unique, we have it" Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google jaxsprat11@ebay.com Every buyer gets a MyStoreRewards invitation for cash back