Celtic - Large Celtic head sculpted in granite - 1st century BC.
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 4,500 - € 5,500
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Granite votive Celtic head sculpture dating to the 1st century BCE, in very good condition, height 19.8 cm (29.7 cm with base) and width 14.7 cm.
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Description from the seller
Votive Celtic granite head, France.
Granite sculpture depicting a large man's head.
Sleek face, round eyes slightly sunken, a broad flattened triangular nose, and the mouth with a slight relief.
Dimensions: height 19.8 cm (height 29.7 cm with the base) - width 14.7 cm
Very good condition, wear
Provenance: Former collection of a veterinarian from Aigurande, near La Châtre (Centre-Val de Loire) since the 1970s, according to a bequest from a farmer, discovered by chance.
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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 TranslateVotive Celtic granite head, France.
Granite sculpture depicting a large man's head.
Sleek face, round eyes slightly sunken, a broad flattened triangular nose, and the mouth with a slight relief.
Dimensions: height 19.8 cm (height 29.7 cm with the base) - width 14.7 cm
Very good condition, wear
Provenance: Former collection of a veterinarian from Aigurande, near La Châtre (Centre-Val de Loire) since the 1970s, according to a bequest from a farmer, discovered by chance.
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance declaration viewed 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 organized. (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 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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Culture
Celtic
Century/timeframe
1er siècle avant / 1er siècle après J.-C.
Name of object
- Large Celtic head sculpted in granite - 1st century BC.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
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.
