Cypriot - Bronze phiale with omphalos - central pillar - 1400 BC

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A bronze Phialé with a central pillar omphalos, hemispherical bowl, dating from circa 1400 BC, in very good condition with a raised central pillar ending in a knob, 14.4 cm in diameter and 5.2 cm high, labelled as original and authentic.

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Description from the seller

Bronze phiale with a central umbilicus on a raised pillar
A cup with an elegant hemispherical form featuring at its center an umbilicus in the shape of a raised pillar ending in a knob.
Ancient Greece, probably Cyprus, circa 1400 BCE.
Dimensions: Diameter 14.4 cm – height 5.2 cm
Very good condition, nice patina.

Provenance: Belgium, D.V.C. Study
Previously: former private Ghent 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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Bronze phiale with a central umbilicus on a raised pillar
A cup with an elegant hemispherical form featuring at its center an umbilicus in the shape of a raised pillar ending in a knob.
Ancient Greece, probably Cyprus, circa 1400 BCE.
Dimensions: Diameter 14.4 cm – height 5.2 cm
Very good condition, nice patina.

Provenance: Belgium, D.V.C. Study
Previously: former private Ghent collection

The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally; provenance declaration seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permissions, such as an export license, are arranged. (Passport for a cultural object)
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 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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Details

Culture
Cypriot
Century/timeframe
1400/1200 avant J.-C.
Name of object
- Bronze phiale with omphalos - central pillar - 1400 BC
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2022
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Netherlands
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
FranceVerified
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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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