Ancient Greek Goddess on a throne - Persephone - 500/450 BC
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Beige terracotta votive statue of a goddess seated on a throne, identified as Perséphone, from the 6th century BCE, 11.6 cm high, in excellent condition with no restorations.
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Description from the seller
Votive clay statuette of a seated goddess on a throne, modeled after Persephone.
The goddess is seated facing forward on a throne, wearing a polo shirt. She is dressed in an himation that hangs from her head down her back and over her arms.
She also wears a long garment, from under which her feet protrude.
Her hands are resting on her knees.
Greece, 7th / 6th century BC.
Beige terracotta. Excellent condition - no restorations - missing at the back
Height 11.6 cm - width 4.1 cm
Provenance information: United Kingdom, T.M.L. gallery.
Provenance: comes from a British collection of Mediterranean archaeology established before 1999.
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, with a provenance declaration viewed by Catawiki.
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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.
Translated by Google TranslateVotive clay statuette of a seated goddess on a throne, modeled after Persephone.
The goddess is seated facing forward on a throne, wearing a polo shirt. She is dressed in an himation that hangs from her head down her back and over her arms.
She also wears a long garment, from under which her feet protrude.
Her hands are resting on her knees.
Greece, 7th / 6th century BC.
Beige terracotta. Excellent condition - no restorations - missing at the back
Height 11.6 cm - width 4.1 cm
Provenance information: United Kingdom, T.M.L. gallery.
Provenance: comes from a British collection of Mediterranean archaeology established before 1999.
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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Culture
Ancient Greek
Century/ Timeframe
6ème siècle avant J.-C.
Name of object
Goddess on a throne - Persephone - 500/450 BC
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1999
Previous owner - country acquired from
United Kingdom
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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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.
