Achaemenid - Bronze phiale - 500 / 400 BC

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Achéménide bronze phiale, dated 500–400 BC, with a 13.5 cm diameter and 4.6 cm height, hammered and tin-plated with a partly silvered interior and green patina, in good condition.

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Description from the seller

An Achaemenid phiale in hammered and tinned bronze. The bowl rests on a convex base, the rim slightly everted. The interior is partially covered with a beautiful silver lustre and a green patina. The rim is defined by a broad recessed ring and is adorned with fine vertical lines.
Good condition, nice patina - small tear.
Persia, Achaemenid Empire, 5th to 4th centuries BCE.
Dimensions: diameter 13.5 cm - height 4.6 cm.
Provenance: France, Étude B.G.D.
formerly: Parisian private collection

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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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An Achaemenid phiale in hammered and tinned bronze. The bowl rests on a convex base, the rim slightly everted. The interior is partially covered with a beautiful silver lustre and a green patina. The rim is defined by a broad recessed ring and is adorned with fine vertical lines.
Good condition, nice patina - small tear.
Persia, Achaemenid Empire, 5th to 4th centuries BCE.
Dimensions: diameter 13.5 cm - height 4.6 cm.
Provenance: France, Étude B.G.D.
formerly: Parisian private collection

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 from the seller are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document stating the origin.

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
Achaemenid
Century/ Timeframe
500/400 avant J.-C.
Name of object
- Bronze phiale - 500 / 400 BC
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2023
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
FranceVerified
4090
Objects sold
99.64%
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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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