Archaic Greece Bronze Bassin Handle - VI c.B.C Start Price GBP 1,049.00 Current Price GBP 1,049.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Thursday, September 04, 2008 End Time Thursday, September 11, 2008 Location Paris See more about 'Archaic Greece Bronze Bassin Handle - VI c.B.C' Description A fine and rare bronze handle from a large bassin, typical of late Archaïc Greece.The handle is composed of two opposed lions, separated by a large flower button, and snake-shaped terminals - one is missing.Greek bronze vessels were generally produced by hammering, and decorared with handles and ornaments cast separately and riveted to the vessel. Displayed on a custom stand. A very similar bassin handle from the same period is on diplay in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York (link),with the shape of the flower button as the most significant difference. Material : BronzeProvenance : ex.Paris auction saleDimensions : H. : 15,5 cmPeriod : End VI c. B.C. - early V c. B.C. We are professional dealers - our items come with guaranteed provenance, authenticity, and proof of purchase Powered by eBay Turbo Lister Place a Bid!