A pair of Greek bronze Hydria Handles, Classical period, ca. 5th century BCE
GB2403
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This beautiful pair of wide, crescent-shaped hand grip handles has been skillfully cast using the lost wax (cire perdue) method. Each handle features intricately designed decorative palmettes and scrolls, showcasing the remarkable craftsmanship of the time. Intended for attachment to the shoulders of a large water vessel known as a hydria, these handles serve as elegant embellishments, reflecting the preferences of affluent Greek society and their appreciation for refined artistry.
For related example see Metropolitan Museum of Art, accession no:
Medium: Bronze
Dimensions: Each handle length: 7 inches (17.78 cm), Width: 4 inches (10 cm)
Condition: Intact and in very good condition. Presented on museum quality custom mounts.
Provenance: Raymond A. Davis (1931 - 2018), California, private collection, acquired from John Ristow Curiosities, Novato, California November 21, 1996 and previously with Greg Manning Galleries, New Jersey. Accompanied by a copy of the purchase invoice from John Ristow.
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