ERTRURIA, Bucchero Nero, VIᵉ century B.C. - Lot 16

ERTRURIA, Bucchero Nero, VIᵉ century B.C. Bowl on pedestal in black glazed terracotta Slight chip on lip H. 6.5 cm x Diam. 13 cm Provenance: Collection of Professor Kenneth Graham Bucchero nero is an emblematic ceramic of the Etruscan civilization, renowned for its glossy black appearance achieved through firing in a reducing atmosphere. This type of bowl, dated to the VIᵉ century BC, was often used at banquets or in rituals, reflecting the importance of shared meals in Etruscan culture. This bowl illustrates the technical mastery and elegance of Etruscan craftsmen, whose influence left a lasting mark on the ceramic art of the ancient Mediterranean. Expert : Serge REYNES