Etruscan - Bronze idol statuette - Umbria - 6th century BCE.

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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.

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Very rare Etruscan bronze Ombrial votive idol statuette from the 6th century BCE, standing with arms and legs apart, 4.3 cm high and 1.2 cm wide, wearing a long robe, with eyes, chest and navel represented by cold-stamped circles, in good condition with minor losses and excavation patina.

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A very rare bronze statuette of an Umbrian idol, depicted in a stylized form.
Rare and ravishing Etruscan votive statuette with an elongated torso, dressed in a long robe.
She is presented standing, arms and legs apart. The eyes, chest, and navel are represented by circles that have been cold-stamped.
The limbs are slender, the head is pointed with simple features.

Height 4.3 cm - width 1.2 cm
Umbria, 6th century BCE.
Good condition - small losses - excavation patina

Provenance information: France, P.T.L. Gallery.

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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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A very rare bronze statuette of an Umbrian idol, depicted in a stylized form.
Rare and ravishing Etruscan votive statuette with an elongated torso, dressed in a long robe.
She is presented standing, arms and legs apart. The eyes, chest, and navel are represented by circles that have been cold-stamped.
The limbs are slender, the head is pointed with simple features.

Height 4.3 cm - width 1.2 cm
Umbria, 6th century BCE.
Good condition - small losses - excavation patina

Provenance information: France, P.T.L. Gallery.

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
Etruscan
Century/timeframe
6ème siècle après J.-C.
Name of object
- Bronze idol statuette - Umbria - 6th century BCE.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
FranceVerified
4187
Objects sold
99.66%
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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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