Ancient Roman Earthenware Pitcher - 163 mm - Beautiful specimen.
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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A Roman-era red earthenware oil jug with a slender neck, pouring spout and double handle, dating to circa 1st–5th century AD, measuring 163 × 114 × 85 mm and weighing 261 g, in very good condition with minimal wear, titled Prachtig exemplaar.
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Description from the seller
Beautiful and interesting Roman jug with a slender neck, pouring spout, and a double handle. The earthenware is red-toned and decorated with horizontal ribs. The specimen is in very good condition with minimal damage and is fully intact. It was used for storing liquids, such as olive oil or wine. Thanks to the pouring spout, the liquid could be dosed well and waste was prevented. The specimen is supplied without a stand. See the extensive photo collection for your own quality impression.
Dating: circa 1st - 5th century AD
Dimensions: 163 x 114 x 85 mm
Weight: 261 grams
Provenance information:
In 2025 purchased at a Dutch art and antique auction, auction house O.V., lot number 1085. Previous provenance: from an old Dutch private collection (Zandvoort), collected since the 1980s approximately, exact date unknown.
The lot will be carefully packed and sent by registered mail as parcel post.
Important information. The seller warrants that he has the right to sell/export this lot. For shipments between EU countries no export license is required. Any license and import costs are the responsibility of the buyer. Due to complex regulations I cannot ship outside the EU. Make sure you have an EU shipping address before you bid!
Beautiful and interesting Roman jug with a slender neck, pouring spout, and a double handle. The earthenware is red-toned and decorated with horizontal ribs. The specimen is in very good condition with minimal damage and is fully intact. It was used for storing liquids, such as olive oil or wine. Thanks to the pouring spout, the liquid could be dosed well and waste was prevented. The specimen is supplied without a stand. See the extensive photo collection for your own quality impression.
Dating: circa 1st - 5th century AD
Dimensions: 163 x 114 x 85 mm
Weight: 261 grams
Provenance information:
In 2025 purchased at a Dutch art and antique auction, auction house O.V., lot number 1085. Previous provenance: from an old Dutch private collection (Zandvoort), collected since the 1980s approximately, exact date unknown.
The lot will be carefully packed and sent by registered mail as parcel post.
Important information. The seller warrants that he has the right to sell/export this lot. For shipments between EU countries no export license is required. Any license and import costs are the responsibility of the buyer. Due to complex regulations I cannot ship outside the EU. Make sure you have an EU shipping address before you bid!
Details
Era
Before 1400
Specific region of origin
Middellandse Zee regio
Culture
Ancient Roman
Title additional information
Beautiful specimen.
Century/timeframe
1st - 5th Century AD
Acquired from
Auction house
Number of objects
1
Material
Earthenware
Year acquired
2025
Country of origin
Unknown
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1985
Previous owner - country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Height
163 mm
Width
114 mm
Diameter
85 mm
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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.
