sumerian Serpentine bird Amulet
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 330 - € 400
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Sumerian bird-shaped amulet in serpentine, dating to 2800–2500 BC, measuring 30 by 55 mm and weighing 37 g, in good condition and acquired from a private collection in the United States in 1992 with a previous owner who acquired it in 1985.
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Description from the seller
Sumerian amulet in shape of bird (2800-2500)B.C, made of serpentine.
Belonging from a collector who acquired it in the United states (1992 )from another collector who had it since 1985.
The seller can prove that the lot obtained legally.
Provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged.
Sumerian amulet in shape of bird (2800-2500)B.C, made of serpentine.
Belonging from a collector who acquired it in the United states (1992 )from another collector who had it since 1985.
The seller can prove that the lot obtained legally.
Provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged.
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
sumerian
Metal
Serpentine bird
Century/timeframe
(2800-2500)B.C
Acquired from
Private collection
Total weight
37 g
Year acquired
1992
Condition
Good condition - used with some signs of wear
Country acquired from
United States
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1985
Previous owner - country acquired from
Asia
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Width
55 mm
Length
30 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.
