Islamic - Elegant Sassanian translucent glass bottle - 4th / 6th centuries.

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

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Elegant translucent colourless Sassanian glass flask from the 4th–6th century CE, blown in a mold with a frosted surface, 4.6 cm high and 2.4 cm in diameter, in good condition, provenance Germany (Galerie H.G.R.), previously from a German private collection.

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Translucent colorless glass bottle.
This colorless glass bottle with very thick walls, bottle-shaped, was blown in a mold.
The glass was then frosted to give it a distinctive surface appearance.

Near East, Sassanian era, 4th–6th century CE.
Height 4.6 cm × diameter 2.4 cm - Perfect condition
Provenance: Germany, H.G.R. Gallery
Previous provenance: German 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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Translucent colorless glass bottle.
This colorless glass bottle with very thick walls, bottle-shaped, was blown in a mold.
The glass was then frosted to give it a distinctive surface appearance.

Near East, Sassanian era, 4th–6th century CE.
Height 4.6 cm × diameter 2.4 cm - Perfect condition
Provenance: Germany, H.G.R. Gallery
Previous provenance: German 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
Islamic
Century/ Timeframe
4ème / 6ème siècle après J.-C.
Name of object
- Elegant Sassanian translucent glass bottle - 4th / 6th centuries.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
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
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Objects sold
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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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