Ancient Greek Ceramic - Duck-shaped askos - 4th/3rd century BCE.
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Ancient Greek ceramic duck-shaped askos, 4th/3rd century BC, beige terracotta with red-brown glaze, 13.6 cm high and 13.2 cm long, in excellent condition with provenance from the United Kingdom (formerly a Belgian private collection) and authentic original status, acquired in 2020 from a gallery/antiquaire.
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RARE GREEK ASKOS
Ceramic askos with a red-brown cover, completely intact.
Duck-shaped vase resting on a circular base, a bifid handle in a bridge connecting the neck to the tail.
Complete and intact ceramic vessels from the ancient world are rare, and while askoi—as a general class of vessels—are well represented in collections worldwide, duck-shaped Askoi are relatively rare.
A similar form, though flatter than this specimen, can be found, but the inclined shape that characterizes this askos is found only in a handful of museums around the world (including Louvre, Genoa, Capua, Mainz, Sèvres). Others appear only in private collections.
The excellent quality of the finish on this Askos, despite the passage of millennia, and its charming zoomorphic character with well-proportioned curves, give it strong aesthetic significance.
Although wheel-made, it was finished by hand by the potter, thus demonstrating a high degree of technical achievement.
Terracotta beige with dark red-brown glaze, Greece, 4th/3rd century BC.
Height 13.6 cm - Length 13.2 cm
Excellent condition – intact
Provenance: United Kingdom, A.P.L. Gallery.
Previously: former Belgian private collection
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained; provenance statement seen 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 TranslateRARE GREEK ASKOS
Ceramic askos with a red-brown cover, completely intact.
Duck-shaped vase resting on a circular base, a bifid handle in a bridge connecting the neck to the tail.
Complete and intact ceramic vessels from the ancient world are rare, and while askoi—as a general class of vessels—are well represented in collections worldwide, duck-shaped Askoi are relatively rare.
A similar form, though flatter than this specimen, can be found, but the inclined shape that characterizes this askos is found only in a handful of museums around the world (including Louvre, Genoa, Capua, Mainz, Sèvres). Others appear only in private collections.
The excellent quality of the finish on this Askos, despite the passage of millennia, and its charming zoomorphic character with well-proportioned curves, give it strong aesthetic significance.
Although wheel-made, it was finished by hand by the potter, thus demonstrating a high degree of technical achievement.
Terracotta beige with dark red-brown glaze, Greece, 4th/3rd century BC.
Height 13.6 cm - Length 13.2 cm
Excellent condition – intact
Provenance: United Kingdom, A.P.L. Gallery.
Previously: former Belgian private collection
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained; provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will arrange the necessary authorizations, such as an export license (Cultural Property Passport).
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this 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 mentioning the provenance.
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
4ème/3ème siècle avant J.-C.
Name of object
- Duck-shaped askos - 4th/3rd century BCE.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2020
Material
Ceramic
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1990
Previous owner - country acquired from
Belgium
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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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.
