Cypriot - Ceramic head - warrior - Cyprus - 7th/6th century BCE.

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

Estimate  € 330 - € 400
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Cypriot ceramic warrior head dating to the 7th/6th century BC, 5.7 cm high (11.8 cm with base), in good condition and an original piece from a French gallery collection.

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Description from the seller

Ceramic warrior head
Head of a warrior wearing a conical helmet.
The face is pared-down, the features are fine, the nose straight, the eyes and mouth suggested
Cypro-Archaic Period, 6th century BCE.
Dimensions: Height 5.7 cm (height 11.8 cm with the stand)
Provenance: France, P.H.D. Gallery
Previously: French collection of Mediterranean archaeology
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
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The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export licence, are arranged. (Passport for a cultural object)
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All of the seller’s items are shipped with insurance equal to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document noting provenance.
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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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Ceramic warrior head
Head of a warrior wearing a conical helmet.
The face is pared-down, the features are fine, the nose straight, the eyes and mouth suggested
Cypro-Archaic Period, 6th century BCE.
Dimensions: Height 5.7 cm (height 11.8 cm with the stand)
Provenance: France, P.H.D. Gallery
Previously: French collection of Mediterranean archaeology
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller warrants that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export licence, 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 of the seller’s items are shipped with insurance equal to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document noting provenance.
#artemis2026

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
7ème/6ème siècle avant J.-C.
Name of object
- Ceramic head - warrior - Cyprus - 7th/6th century BCE.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
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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