Corinthian Black-Figured Pyxis

Origin: MediterraneanCirca: c. early 6th century BCDimensions: 3.75" Height x 6.5" Width (9.5cms x 16.5cms)Medium: Terracotta Of waisted cylindrical form, with opposing horizontal flanged handles at the rim, and simply decorated with two registers of walking animals, this lovely Corinthian pyxis is almost geometric in nature. It features dots in the field, rays around the base, 'S's around the rim, and the inner bowl is lined with concentric circles. Various details are added in red throughout.