Merovingian - Early Medieval Terracotta cup - 11 cm
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Description from the seller
A very fine Merovingian vase in dark terracotta, wheel-thrown. This Merovingian ceramic has a biconical body, decorated with fine raised bands and parallel lines on the upper part, and a flat base.
From the Merovingian period, 4th to 6th century AD.
The Merovingian era succeeded the late Roman era (3rd-5th centuries).
Piece in perfect condition, with a chip and a slight crack, 12 cm in diameter - 11 cm high
Inside, an old label bearing the inscription "M VD"
Provenance: France. Private collection acquired from a gallery/antique dealer. Previously part of an old French collection of Merovingian and Roman ceramics, private collection.
Package tracked and insured.
Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller. No further tests, such as a TL test, analysis of metals (XRF test), lapidary tests, analysis of pigments, or radiography scans, have been conducted to verify the integrity of the piece.
A very fine Merovingian vase in dark terracotta, wheel-thrown. This Merovingian ceramic has a biconical body, decorated with fine raised bands and parallel lines on the upper part, and a flat base.
From the Merovingian period, 4th to 6th century AD.
The Merovingian era succeeded the late Roman era (3rd-5th centuries).
Piece in perfect condition, with a chip and a slight crack, 12 cm in diameter - 11 cm high
Inside, an old label bearing the inscription "M VD"
Provenance: France. Private collection acquired from a gallery/antique dealer. Previously part of an old French collection of Merovingian and Roman ceramics, private collection.
Package tracked and insured.
Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller. No further tests, such as a TL test, analysis of metals (XRF test), lapidary tests, analysis of pigments, or radiography scans, have been conducted to verify the integrity of the piece.
Details
Culture
Merovingian - Early Medieval
Century/ Timeframe
Ve - VI siècle
Name of object
cup
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2025
Material
Terracotta
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Fair
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Height
11 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
2025
Width
0 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
Depth
0 cm
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
