Post-medieval Medicinal bottle - 18th/19th Century (No reserve price)

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Medicinal glass flacon from the 18th/19th century with a cylindrical body on a flared concave base and a straight neck ending in a small rounded lip, in good condition, part of a large series of medicinal glassware, 18.9 cm high and 4.1 cm in diameter, with an insect trapped inside the glass, from a post-medieval culture.

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Glass medicinal bottle
Hand-blown glass flask dating from the 18th/19th century. Cylindrical body resting on an everted and concave base, straight neck ending with a small rounded lip.

This bottle was part of an important series of medicinal glassware.
Provenance: Germany, M.H.L. gallery.

Dimensions: height 18.9 cm - diameter 4.1 cm
Perfect condition - An insect appears to have been trapped in the glass during the blowing process, giving this piece an absolutely exceptional appearance.

The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, with a provenance declaration viewed by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that he is authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are arranged. (Passport for cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if it takes more than a few days.
All items are shipped with insurance coverage up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document indicating their provenance.

Seller's Story

Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects. All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal. An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Glass medicinal bottle
Hand-blown glass flask dating from the 18th/19th century. Cylindrical body resting on an everted and concave base, straight neck ending with a small rounded lip.

This bottle was part of an important series of medicinal glassware.
Provenance: Germany, M.H.L. gallery.

Dimensions: height 18.9 cm - diameter 4.1 cm
Perfect condition - An insect appears to have been trapped in the glass during the blowing process, giving this piece an absolutely exceptional appearance.

The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, with a provenance declaration viewed by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that he is authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are arranged. (Passport for cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if it takes more than a few days.
All items are shipped with insurance coverage up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document indicating their provenance.

Seller's Story

Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects. All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal. An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Details

Culture
Post-medieval
Century/ Timeframe
18ème/19ème Siècle
Name of object
Medicinal bottle - 18th/19th Century
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
FranceVerified
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Objects sold
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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.

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