Two Corinthian Pottery Vessels, 7th/6th Century B.C.

comprising a Proto-Corinthian ovoid alabastron ornamented in black with encircling lines and bands on the body, tongues radiating from the indented base, tongues below and on top of the mouth, a red-painted design on the underside, and a hydria decorated in red and black over the white ground with encircling  bands on the body and a checkerboard band on the shoulder, rays above the foot, red bands encircling the black-glazed foot, neck, and mouth.

acquired in Switzerland in 1977-1979

alabastron: rim repaired with inpainting and small areas of restoration along breaklines, one small chip along rim, another on top of rim, large deep chip on underside of base, two small chips on body, some minor flaking to black, misfiring overall; hydria: one side of rim repaired, some flaking to black glaze, minor chips, handle encrusted, misfiring to some of rays above foot
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.