Griffin protome from a cauldron The animal's neck is covered with a snakeskin. Its beak is open, revealing its pointed tongue. Three holes were used for rivets, which have now disappeared. Bronze with black patina and red patches. Greece, 7th century B.C. Height: 15 cm Provenance : - Former Humfry Payne collection (1902-1936). - Former Leonard Russell collection (Dilys Powell). - Sotheby's London sale, November 26, 1968, lot 160. Letter dated September 8, 1969 from Sotheby's to Mr. Manoukian. - Former Nourhan Manoukian (1906-1993) collection. By descent. Publication : - Art at Auction: The Year at Sotheby's & Parke-Bernet 1968-1969, 1969, p. 303. - J. Chittenden & C. Seltman, A Commemorative Catalogue Of An Exhibition Held In 1946 At The Royal Academy Burlington House London, London, 1946, no. 124, reproduced pl. 50.