Greek Pottery Plastic Asoks in the Form of a Mouse, c. 5th-4th Century B.C.

(Greek Pottery Askos)

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Item No.
35.37590
Culture
Greek, c. 5th-4th Century B.C. 
Item Details.
In the form of a mouse with its head resting on its forelegs, tail curled around its right side, spout above rump, striped fur and details added in black.
The term plastic derives from the Greek word "plassein," meaning to mould. The definition of plastic vase for ancient Greek pottery refers to vessels whose body is shaped into a sculptural form, often resembling humans, animals, or mythological figures. These vases, also known as figure vases or relief vases, were made using a moulding technique to create their typical three-dimensional shape.

Provenance: Anonymous sale; Sotheby's London, Antiquities, 17-18 July 1985, lot 478. with Charles Ede Ltd., London, acquired at the above sale (Greek Pottery from South Italy, January 1986, no.9). Ex Bonhams auction London The property of an American private collector, acquired from the above in 1986.

Size
14.7 cm L - 5 3/4 inches
Material
Terracotta 
Condition
Chip to tail, otherwise intact 
Categories
Greek
Price.
US$ 3500
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