Ancient Roman Bronze Phiale Libation (offering) bowl
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Ancient Roman bronze Phiale Libation (offering) bowl, diameter about 18 cm, height about 23.4 mm, dated 200 BC–100 AD, complete and intact with patina including cuprite and malachite, authentic original, acquired from an antique market in 2024 from the Netherlands, with a Certificate of Authenticity available on request.
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Attention: due to customs regulations we can only ship inside the European Union. Please ensure you have a valid EU shipping address before placing a bid.
Roman bronze phiale libation (offering) bowl. Shallow bowl with raised centre and everted rim.
-> The bronze bowl is meticulously crafted and is a showcase of the elegance and sophistication of ancient craftsmanship. The choice patina enhances the aesthetic appeal and historical charm.
-> Bronze vessels formed an important part of Roman domestic life, used for serving, pouring, washing, and dining. Even plain examples could be carefully proportioned and finely made, reflecting the Roman preference for functional objects with elegant form.
Diameter: ± 18 cm
Height: ± 23,4 mm
Condition: complete and intact, in excellent condition, patina with areas of cuprite and malachite. Signs of wear consistent with age and use. See images.
Certificate of Authenticity: available upon request (pdf-format).
-> Bronze tableware and household vessels were widely used throughout the Roman world, from military contexts to urban homes and rural settlements. Bowls of this type could serve a variety of functions, including food preparation, serving, washing, or the presentation of offerings. Their forms range from richly decorated luxury wares to plain utilitarian pieces, but all reflect the high level of Roman metalworking skill.
Roman bronze vessels were valued for their durability, practicality, and pleasing appearance. Many were hammered or cast and then finished by hand, producing refined shapes suited to everyday use. Objects such as this illustrate the Roman ability to combine simplicity and utility in well-made household wares that remained essential to daily life across the Empire.
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*SHIPPING INFO Due to insurance procedures, combined shipping is only possible with a single payment. (1 payment reference = 1 insured parcel.) If you accept an offer after the auction and pay separately, shipments cannot be manually combined afterward. Please ensure your shipping address is complete and correct before paying. Changes made after payment are not automatically forwarded to us.
* CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY (COA) For insurance purposes we can provide a digital Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) for every item with a hammer price of Euro 100 or more. The COA is available upon request within 20 days of the auction date. Instructions will be provided when your order is shipped. Certificates are not included in the package.
* INSURANCE & CLAIMS All our parcels are shipped with external insurance. This insurance requires the following:
-> Monitor the online tracking and notify delays to the seller within 14 days after the shipping date.
-> In case of damage: write a reservation on the delivery note and report the damage to the seller via the Catawiki online chat within 24 hours. Keep all packaging and send us photos of the damage.
* MARGIN SCHEME: All our sales are subject to the margin scheme; therefore, no VAT is charged or shown on our invoices.
* IMPORTANT BUYERS OUTSIDE THE EU: We cannot ship to countries outside the European Union. Please ensure you have an EU shipping address before bidding. No exceptions can be made. Switzerland, Norway and the United Kingdom are not part of the EU.
* DOCUMENTATION NOTICE: Previous invoices and import/export documents will not be shared with customers.
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Thank you for your interest, and best of luck with your bids!
Attention: due to customs regulations we can only ship inside the European Union. Please ensure you have a valid EU shipping address before placing a bid.
Roman bronze phiale libation (offering) bowl. Shallow bowl with raised centre and everted rim.
-> The bronze bowl is meticulously crafted and is a showcase of the elegance and sophistication of ancient craftsmanship. The choice patina enhances the aesthetic appeal and historical charm.
-> Bronze vessels formed an important part of Roman domestic life, used for serving, pouring, washing, and dining. Even plain examples could be carefully proportioned and finely made, reflecting the Roman preference for functional objects with elegant form.
Diameter: ± 18 cm
Height: ± 23,4 mm
Condition: complete and intact, in excellent condition, patina with areas of cuprite and malachite. Signs of wear consistent with age and use. See images.
Certificate of Authenticity: available upon request (pdf-format).
-> Bronze tableware and household vessels were widely used throughout the Roman world, from military contexts to urban homes and rural settlements. Bowls of this type could serve a variety of functions, including food preparation, serving, washing, or the presentation of offerings. Their forms range from richly decorated luxury wares to plain utilitarian pieces, but all reflect the high level of Roman metalworking skill.
Roman bronze vessels were valued for their durability, practicality, and pleasing appearance. Many were hammered or cast and then finished by hand, producing refined shapes suited to everyday use. Objects such as this illustrate the Roman ability to combine simplicity and utility in well-made household wares that remained essential to daily life across the Empire.
Seller's Story
Please read our information carefully.
*SHIPPING INFO Due to insurance procedures, combined shipping is only possible with a single payment. (1 payment reference = 1 insured parcel.) If you accept an offer after the auction and pay separately, shipments cannot be manually combined afterward. Please ensure your shipping address is complete and correct before paying. Changes made after payment are not automatically forwarded to us.
* CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY (COA) For insurance purposes we can provide a digital Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) for every item with a hammer price of Euro 100 or more. The COA is available upon request within 20 days of the auction date. Instructions will be provided when your order is shipped. Certificates are not included in the package.
* INSURANCE & CLAIMS All our parcels are shipped with external insurance. This insurance requires the following:
-> Monitor the online tracking and notify delays to the seller within 14 days after the shipping date.
-> In case of damage: write a reservation on the delivery note and report the damage to the seller via the Catawiki online chat within 24 hours. Keep all packaging and send us photos of the damage.
* MARGIN SCHEME: All our sales are subject to the margin scheme; therefore, no VAT is charged or shown on our invoices.
* IMPORTANT BUYERS OUTSIDE THE EU: We cannot ship to countries outside the European Union. Please ensure you have an EU shipping address before bidding. No exceptions can be made. Switzerland, Norway and the United Kingdom are not part of the EU.
* DOCUMENTATION NOTICE: Previous invoices and import/export documents will not be shared with customers.
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Thank you for your interest, and best of luck with your bids!
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/timeframe
200 BC - 100 AD
Name of object
Phiale Libation (offering) bowl
Acquired from
Antique market
Year acquired
2024
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Antique market
Previous owner - year acquired
2024
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
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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.
