Bidspirit auction | PAIR OF MATCHING GREEK GOLD

PAIR OF MATCHING GREEK GOLD EARRINGS - Ca. 600 - 400 BC. A stunning pair of gold earrings, each presenting a boat-shaped hollow body. The body begins with a narrow end pointing upward, widens to the centre, and then narrows to an end that boasts applied wirework spirals, and volutes. The wire-like hook rises up from this end and curves back, tapering slightly to fit through the earlobe. These earrings showcase a warm patina. Size: 31.4-32mm x 23.7-24.9mm; Weight: 6.13g Provenance: Private UK collection, acquired on the German art market; in Germany since 2011; Ex. private French collection E. G., acquired on the French art market, 1977. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.