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Fine zoomorphic askos in the shape
of a crouching cow.
The barrel-shaped body decorated with owls facing each other with their wings
raised, the other side features a large (tuna?) fish.
The owls rendered in silhouette technique, the fish with reserved eye and teeth.
The animal crouches on short straight forelegs, the hind legs are folded up
under the body
Although relatively small, the askos belongs to the Quadruped Series 1 (Series
C) of the Selinunte Group listed by Barbara Heldring.
Heldring explains the gradual reduction in size over time with a shift from
cultic to secular applications. The present piece could well have served as a
baby feeder, which would also justify its characterful designs.
Superb quality and condition with extremely rare decoration. Missing left ear
and horn restored, as well as the tail. Small section of the spout restored.
Standing on a labeled custom base.
L. 13.3 cm (5.2 in)
H. 9.7 cm (3.8 in)
Ex Galeria M. A. Daneu, Palermo, sold April 24, 1962 – well before the UNESCO
World Heritage Convention of 1972 (copy of the invoice joined).
8500 USD
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