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THBCampanian Red-Figure Bell Krater, Libation Painter
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South Italy, Campania, ca. 4th century BCE. A finely painted Campanian red-figure bell krater, likely attributed to the Libation Painter, a well-known artist of the South Italian red-figure tradition. Bell kraters were essential vessels used for mixing wine and water at symposia, playing a central role in social and ritual gatherings. Obverse: A dynamic battle composition featuring two warriors engaged in combat, depicted with powerful stances and expressive gestures. The scene may represent a mythological duel or a heroic confrontation, reflecting the Greek warrior ethos commonly celebrated in South Italian vase painting. Reverse: A more subdued yet elegant contrast, with two draped youths engaged in conversation, a motif frequently used to provide balance to the action-packed obverse. Size: 12.25" W x 12" H (31.1 cm x 30.5 cm)
The Libation Painter is recognized for his carefully proportioned figures, detailed drapery, and dramatic yet refined compositions. His work embodies the Campanian red-figure style, which blended Attic influences with regional aesthetics, often emphasizing vibrant storytelling and expressive movement.
Published in Trendall handbook, figs. 143-144 and J. Eisenberg, Art of the Ancient World, vol. XXIII (2012), no. 119.
Provenance: Ex-old Austrian collection, acquired before 1970. Trendall handbook figs. 143-144. Purchased as Apulian. I. McPhee 1/12: attributed to Libation ptr
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#192687Condition
Repaired from less than a dozen large fragments, complete, with clean break lines, minimal in-painting and fill, extensive added white preserved, original black glaze in the fields with good contrast to figures, overall good condition, slightly lopsided potting, good professional restoration.
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