Post-medieval Excellent green-yellow Very rare coloured marble - 29 mm (No reserve price)
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Very rare coloured marble knuckle (keusel/kuysel), a post-medieval steengoed green‑yellow marble from the 16th/17th century, with a diameter of 29 mm and a weight of 32.25 g.
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Description from the seller
The object in the image is a post-medieval marble. Marbles, which were used in this period, were also called 'keusels' or 'kuysels' and were popular toys.
Size: 29 mm diameter
Weight: 32.25 grams
Materials: In the past, marbles were made from various materials, including pottery, stoneware, glass, clay, and metal. The stony appearance of the marble in the photo matches the materials used during that time.
History: Knikkeren has a long history dating back to antiquity, with discoveries of stone balls from around 2500 BC. Through the Netherlands, marbles arrived in the British Isles during the Middle Ages. Archaeologists frequently find marbles during excavations, dating from various periods, including the Middle Ages and modern times.
Appearance: The marbles from the medieval period and later varied in size and were sometimes glazed. The appearance of the marble, with its irregular texture and two-tone pattern, is consistent with handmade or naturally formed stone marbles from that time.
Shipping method: this lot will be excellently packaged and shipped via DHL through Catawiki's smart shipping.
The object in the image is a post-medieval marble. Marbles, which were used in this period, were also called 'keusels' or 'kuysels' and were popular toys.
Size: 29 mm diameter
Weight: 32.25 grams
Materials: In the past, marbles were made from various materials, including pottery, stoneware, glass, clay, and metal. The stony appearance of the marble in the photo matches the materials used during that time.
History: Knikkeren has a long history dating back to antiquity, with discoveries of stone balls from around 2500 BC. Through the Netherlands, marbles arrived in the British Isles during the Middle Ages. Archaeologists frequently find marbles during excavations, dating from various periods, including the Middle Ages and modern times.
Appearance: The marbles from the medieval period and later varied in size and were sometimes glazed. The appearance of the marble, with its irregular texture and two-tone pattern, is consistent with handmade or naturally formed stone marbles from that time.
Shipping method: this lot will be excellently packaged and shipped via DHL through Catawiki's smart shipping.
Details
Culture
Post-medieval
Century/ Timeframe
16e / 17e eeuw
Name of object
Very rare coloured marble
Acquired from
Antique market
Year acquired
2024
Material
Excellent green-yellow
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Inherited
Height
29 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1986
Width
29 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Netherlands
Depth
29 mm
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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.
