A ring aryballos with a frieze depicting an ibex, panther, and sphinx. Foliage around the exterior, with concentric bands around the body.
A ring aryballos with a frieze depicting an ibex, panther, and sphinx. Foliage around the exterior, with concentric bands around the body.
Provenance
Christie's, London, 11 July 1990, lot 143 Dr. Jerome Eisenberg (1930-2022) Collection, New York, acquired from the above
Literature
Ring aryballoi were used to hold and pour precious oils and perfumes. The shape became particularly popular in Corinth from the 7th century BC. For a similar example with a panther see Beazley Archive Pottery Database no. 1008770.