A Greek South Italian black glaze kantharos with twin lateral handles. The twin strap handles rise from the rim and extend to the ring base, each with a spur pointing downwards.
 
Apulian Greek colonies of Southern Italy: Circa 4th century BC.
 
Condition: Complete and intact; the surface of the glossy black glaze with numerous scratches which expose the underlying beige fabric.
Width 16 cms (6.3 ins).
Height 10 cms (4 ins)
 
Ex K. collection UK, purchased from Coincraft (opposite the British Museum), London, 1990's
 
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