Ban Chiang Pottery Painted Vessel - 26 cm
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Ban Chiang painted vessel in pottery, about 26 cm high, dating to circa 500 BC–200 AD, with red and cream serpentine decoration, authentic original, from a private collection in Bavaria, Germany, acquired at auction in 2026.
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Ban Chiang Painted Pottery Vessel
Thailand, c. 500 BC – 200 AD
An elegant Ban Chiang pottery vessel with a slender profile, broad conical foot and wide flaring mouth, standing approximately 26 cm in height. The exterior is decorated in red and cream pigments with a striking serpentine motif, a decorative style characteristic of Ban Chiang ceramics and highly appreciated for its dynamic visual effect.
The Ban Chiang culture, located in what is now northeastern Thailand, is internationally recognised as one of the most important prehistoric cultures of Southeast Asia. Its communities developed sophisticated ceramic production alongside early bronze metallurgy, producing vessels that combined practical use with remarkable artistic quality.
Provenance:
Private collection A. H., Bavaria, Germany, acquired before 1970.
The Supplier warrants that he obtained this lot legally. Provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
Important: For destinations out of Spanish territory: all our objects will be shipped after obtaining CERTIFICATE OF EXPORTATION by Ministry of Culture of Spain. We inform our clients that it may take between 4-8 weeks.
#Orientalism
Ban Chiang Painted Pottery Vessel
Thailand, c. 500 BC – 200 AD
An elegant Ban Chiang pottery vessel with a slender profile, broad conical foot and wide flaring mouth, standing approximately 26 cm in height. The exterior is decorated in red and cream pigments with a striking serpentine motif, a decorative style characteristic of Ban Chiang ceramics and highly appreciated for its dynamic visual effect.
The Ban Chiang culture, located in what is now northeastern Thailand, is internationally recognised as one of the most important prehistoric cultures of Southeast Asia. Its communities developed sophisticated ceramic production alongside early bronze metallurgy, producing vessels that combined practical use with remarkable artistic quality.
Provenance:
Private collection A. H., Bavaria, Germany, acquired before 1970.
The Supplier warrants that he obtained this lot legally. Provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
Important: For destinations out of Spanish territory: all our objects will be shipped after obtaining CERTIFICATE OF EXPORTATION by Ministry of Culture of Spain. We inform our clients that it may take between 4-8 weeks.
#Orientalism
Details
Culture
Ban Chiang
Century/timeframe
500 BC – 200 AD
Name of object
Painted Vessel
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2026
Material
Pottery
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
26 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
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.
