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Large olpe with red figures representing Silenus...

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Large olpe with red figures representing Silenus seated holding a long scepter topped by a ball. He is seated on a stool; in front of him, a standing maid makes an offering with an oenochoe. Orange terracotta with black glaze (fine partial limestone deposit, possible repaints). Greece, Attic workshop, 5th century B.C. Thermoluminescence test confirming the dating. Height : 12,5 cm