Brass Devil Cup / Scoop

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  1. mr2real

    mr2real Active Member

    I've tried every keyword I can think of and couldn't find anything like this. The face has horns so I'm assuming it is a devil. Any thoughts as to age or origin are appreciated. Thanks, Joe

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  2. verybrad

    verybrad Well-Known Member

    I would call it a libation cup and think it probably depicts a satyr.
     
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  3. verybrad

    verybrad Well-Known Member

    A little research has brought up the term rhyton. It is described more as a drinking vase but I see some using the term for those with handles as well.
     
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  4. mr2real

    mr2real Active Member

    This thing is going to be nightmare to date. I'm seeing a lot of them with handles, some dating back over 2000 years. http://www.pinterest.com/leskappes/rhytons/

    Any thoughts based on the patina? I'm thinking it bronze instead of brass. Thanks for the help, verybrad.
     
  5. afantiques

    afantiques Well-Known Member

    The pictures are so confusing it is not really possible to get anything from them.
    Strive for clarity and focus, not clutter.

    Although generally Roman in origin, reproductions are common.
     
  6. terry5732

    terry5732 Well-Known Member

    Yellow brass

    Last half of 20th century
     
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