Hand of Glory has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
An Askos was a Roman pouring vessel for wine or milk.
An identical example can be found illustrated in the Chiurazzi Foundry catalogue. Italian, circa 1860.
Hand of Glory has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
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After the Antique Grand Tour Souvenir Bronze Askos Circa 1860
