Lot Essay
Cf. R. A. Higgins, Catalogue of the Terracottas in the Department of Greek and Roman Antiquities, I, The British Museum, pp. 59-60, nos. 99-102 for similar bird flasks.
LATE 6TH CENTURY B.C.
Details
A Rhodian terracotta 'plastic' vase in the form of a cockerel
Late 6th Century B.C.
With red painted crest, cockscomb and arching tail feathers, the red rimmed mouth emerging from the bird's back
6½in. (16.5cm.) long; 5½in. (14cm.) high
Late 6th Century B.C.
With red painted crest, cockscomb and arching tail feathers, the red rimmed mouth emerging from the bird's back
6½in. (16.5cm.) long; 5½in. (14cm.) high