Ancient Greek Pottery Unguentarium, HUGE
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Unguentarium in pottery from Ancient Greek culture, 3rd Century B.C., measuring 252 mm by 90 mm, in good condition, acquired from a private European collection, comes with Certificate of Authenticity and European Union export license.
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ITEM: Unguentarium
MATERIAL: Pottery
CULTURE: Greek
PERIOD: 3rd Century B.C
DIMENSIONS: 252 mm x 90 mm
CONDITION: Good condition
PROVENANCE: Ex European private collection, Ex ALARA S.P.R.L (1976), Ex F.K. collection, 1972 - 1976
Hellenistic pottery refers to ceramic artifacts produced during the Hellenistic period, which spanned from the death of Alexander the Great in 323 BCE to the emergence of the Roman Empire in the 1st century BCE. This era witnessed a remarkable fusion of artistic influences from the Greek world, the Near East, and Egypt, leading to a diverse range of pottery styles and forms. Hellenistic pottery was characterized by its innovation and experimentation, often departing from the classical Greek aesthetics. Common decorative motifs included intricate painted designs, such as floral patterns, mythological scenes, and genre scenes, which reflected the eclectic nature of the period. Hellenistic pottery was also known for its production of utilitarian wares, such as cooking vessels, storage containers, and tableware, which were created in various shapes and sizes to meet the diverse needs of the time. The Hellenistic period's pottery not only served practical purposes but also acted as a canvas for artistic expression and cultural exchange.
One of the most notable developments in Hellenistic pottery was the emergence of three distinct regional styles: the Hellenistic Greek style, which retained some elements of classical Greek pottery but incorporated new elements; the Eastern Mediterranean style, heavily influenced by the rich artistic traditions of the Near East and Persia; and the Egyptian style, characterized by its colorful and intricate decoration.
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: Unguentarium
MATERIAL: Pottery
CULTURE: Greek
PERIOD: 3rd Century B.C
DIMENSIONS: 252 mm x 90 mm
CONDITION: Good condition
PROVENANCE: Ex European private collection, Ex ALARA S.P.R.L (1976), Ex F.K. collection, 1972 - 1976
Hellenistic pottery refers to ceramic artifacts produced during the Hellenistic period, which spanned from the death of Alexander the Great in 323 BCE to the emergence of the Roman Empire in the 1st century BCE. This era witnessed a remarkable fusion of artistic influences from the Greek world, the Near East, and Egypt, leading to a diverse range of pottery styles and forms. Hellenistic pottery was characterized by its innovation and experimentation, often departing from the classical Greek aesthetics. Common decorative motifs included intricate painted designs, such as floral patterns, mythological scenes, and genre scenes, which reflected the eclectic nature of the period. Hellenistic pottery was also known for its production of utilitarian wares, such as cooking vessels, storage containers, and tableware, which were created in various shapes and sizes to meet the diverse needs of the time. The Hellenistic period's pottery not only served practical purposes but also acted as a canvas for artistic expression and cultural exchange.
One of the most notable developments in Hellenistic pottery was the emergence of three distinct regional styles: the Hellenistic Greek style, which retained some elements of classical Greek pottery but incorporated new elements; the Eastern Mediterranean style, heavily influenced by the rich artistic traditions of the Near East and Persia; and the Egyptian style, characterized by its colorful and intricate decoration.
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.
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Culture
Ancient Greek
Century/ Timeframe
3rd Century B.C
Name of object
HUGE, Unguentarium
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2025
Material
Pottery
Country acquired from
Germany
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.
