Etruscan - Bronze idol - Umbria - 6th century BC.
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Extremely rare Etruscan bronze votive idol from Umbria of the 6th century BC, a standing figure with arms and legs apart, 4.3 cm high and 1.2 cm wide, with eyes, chest and navel depicted as cold-stamped circles, in good condition with excavation patina; provenance France via Galerie P.T.L.; authentic original.
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Very rare Umbrian idol bronze statuette, stylized in its depiction. Rare and charming Etruscan votive statuette with an elongated torso, dressed in a long robe. It is presented standing, arms and legs spread apart. The eyes, chest and navel are represented by cold-stamped circles. The limbs are slender, the head pointed with simple features.
Height 4.3 cm - width 1.2 cm
Umbrian, 6th century BCE.
Good condition - small losses - excavation patina
Provenance information: France, P.T.L. Gallery
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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.
Translated by Google TranslateVery rare Umbrian idol bronze statuette, stylized in its depiction. Rare and charming Etruscan votive statuette with an elongated torso, dressed in a long robe. It is presented standing, arms and legs spread apart. The eyes, chest and navel are represented by cold-stamped circles. The limbs are slender, the head pointed with simple features.
Height 4.3 cm - width 1.2 cm
Umbrian, 6th century BCE.
Good condition - small losses - excavation patina
Provenance information: France, P.T.L. Gallery
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 authorizations, 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 of the seller's items are shipped with insurance equal to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning 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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Culture
Etruscan
Century/timeframe
6ème siècle après J.-C.
Name of object
- Bronze idol - Umbria - 6th century BC.
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
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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.
