Etruscan Pottery Stamnos
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Description from the seller
ITEM: Stamnos
MATERIAL: Pottery
CULTURE: Etruscan
PERIOD: 5th - 4th Century B.C
DIMENSIONS: 180 mm x 225 mm
CONDITION: Good condition
PROVENANCE: Ex European private collection, Ex ALARA S.P.R.L (1976), Ex F.K. collection, 1972 - 1976
The Etruscan stamnos is a distinctive pottery form that highlights the sophisticated cultural exchange between ancient Etruria and Greece. Originally a Greek shape used primarily for storing and mixing wine, the stamnos was adopted and refined by Etruscan potters and painters between the 5th and 4th centuries BCE. Characterized by its high shoulders, short neck, and two horizontal handles attached to the widest part of the body, the Etruscan version often mirrored the proportions of Attic imports while incorporating local stylistic flourishes and clay compositions, such as the dark, lustrous bucchero or local red-figure techniques.
In Etruscan society, these vessels were far more than mere kitchenware; they were central to the communal rituals of the banquet and the prestige of the afterlife. Archaeologists frequently recover stamnoi from wealthy tomb sites, where they served as grave goods intended to provide the deceased with the tools for eternal celebration. The iconography found on these jars often depicts scenes of mythology, athletic competition, or funerary processions, serving as a visual narrative of the owner's status and religious beliefs. The presence of a stamnos in a burial was a clear indicator of the individual's membership in the aristocratic elite.
Technologically, the production of the stamnos demonstrated the high level of craftsmanship present in Etruscan workshops, particularly in centers like Vulci and Tarquinia. While early examples were heavily influenced by the "Vulcani" style and Greek black-figure traditions, later Etruscan stamnoi evolved to feature bolder, more expressive figures and unique decorative motifs like stylized palmettes and lotus buds. The transition from imported Greek pieces to locally manufactured Etruscan stamnoi marks a pivotal moment in Mediterranean art history, illustrating how a "borrowed" object can be reinterpreted to define a unique regional identity.
Comes with Certificate of Authenticity and European Union export license
If you bid outside European Union and win the item, we must request a new export license to your country and the shipment will delay between 3 - 5 weeks.
Seller's Story
Your Antiquarian offers ancient art and ancient coins. Our main objective is to offer the highest quality at the best price respecting and strictly complying with the laws of heritage protection and UNESCO heritage norms. Therefore, all the pieces that are published come from private collections in which the provenance can be checked or international auctions. All our antiquities and coins are accompanied by their Certificate of Authenticity. We have a no quibble 90 day return policy. At Your Antiquarian we are committed to helping disadvantaged groups and for this reason a portion of each purchase is donated to charities to help people in need.
Translated by Google TranslateITEM: Stamnos
MATERIAL: Pottery
CULTURE: Etruscan
PERIOD: 5th - 4th Century B.C
DIMENSIONS: 180 mm x 225 mm
CONDITION: Good condition
PROVENANCE: Ex European private collection, Ex ALARA S.P.R.L (1976), Ex F.K. collection, 1972 - 1976
The Etruscan stamnos is a distinctive pottery form that highlights the sophisticated cultural exchange between ancient Etruria and Greece. Originally a Greek shape used primarily for storing and mixing wine, the stamnos was adopted and refined by Etruscan potters and painters between the 5th and 4th centuries BCE. Characterized by its high shoulders, short neck, and two horizontal handles attached to the widest part of the body, the Etruscan version often mirrored the proportions of Attic imports while incorporating local stylistic flourishes and clay compositions, such as the dark, lustrous bucchero or local red-figure techniques.
In Etruscan society, these vessels were far more than mere kitchenware; they were central to the communal rituals of the banquet and the prestige of the afterlife. Archaeologists frequently recover stamnoi from wealthy tomb sites, where they served as grave goods intended to provide the deceased with the tools for eternal celebration. The iconography found on these jars often depicts scenes of mythology, athletic competition, or funerary processions, serving as a visual narrative of the owner's status and religious beliefs. The presence of a stamnos in a burial was a clear indicator of the individual's membership in the aristocratic elite.
Technologically, the production of the stamnos demonstrated the high level of craftsmanship present in Etruscan workshops, particularly in centers like Vulci and Tarquinia. While early examples were heavily influenced by the "Vulcani" style and Greek black-figure traditions, later Etruscan stamnoi evolved to feature bolder, more expressive figures and unique decorative motifs like stylized palmettes and lotus buds. The transition from imported Greek pieces to locally manufactured Etruscan stamnoi marks a pivotal moment in Mediterranean art history, illustrating how a "borrowed" object can be reinterpreted to define a unique regional identity.
Comes with Certificate of Authenticity and European Union export license
If you bid outside European Union and win the item, we must request a new export license to your country and the shipment will delay between 3 - 5 weeks.
Seller's Story
Your Antiquarian offers ancient art and ancient coins. Our main objective is to offer the highest quality at the best price respecting and strictly complying with the laws of heritage protection and UNESCO heritage norms. Therefore, all the pieces that are published come from private collections in which the provenance can be checked or international auctions. All our antiquities and coins are accompanied by their Certificate of Authenticity. We have a no quibble 90 day return policy. At Your Antiquarian we are committed to helping disadvantaged groups and for this reason a portion of each purchase is donated to charities to help people in need.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Culture
Etruscan
Century/ Timeframe
5th - 4th Century B.C
Name of object
Stamnos
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2025
Material
Pottery
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Antique market
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
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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.
