Cypriot Ceramic - Jug with handle - Bronze Age - 1600/1350 BC
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Description from the seller
Cypriot jug dating from the Bronze Age.
Typical Cypriot pottery jug, with a dark gray-brown slip coating perhaps imitating bronze.
This small jug features a globular body resting on a ring base and a long, narrow neck.
It is made of high-quality clay, covered with a glossy slip with metallic reflections. The body is adorned with two circular ridges at mid-height. An elegant handle rises from the shoulder to join the neck and form a circular ridge.
Height 14.5 cm - diameter 8.7 cm.
Excellent condition - visible loss at the neck - no restoration
Provenance: Germany, D.E.R. Gallery.
Previously: Former collection of industrialist H.C.S. [1887-1963]
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 permissions, such as an export license, are arranged. (Passport for a cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of his status if this takes more than a few days.
All items from the seller are shipped with insurance equal to the purchase price and 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.
Translated by Google TranslateCypriot jug dating from the Bronze Age.
Typical Cypriot pottery jug, with a dark gray-brown slip coating perhaps imitating bronze.
This small jug features a globular body resting on a ring base and a long, narrow neck.
It is made of high-quality clay, covered with a glossy slip with metallic reflections. The body is adorned with two circular ridges at mid-height. An elegant handle rises from the shoulder to join the neck and form a circular ridge.
Height 14.5 cm - diameter 8.7 cm.
Excellent condition - visible loss at the neck - no restoration
Provenance: Germany, D.E.R. Gallery.
Previously: Former collection of industrialist H.C.S. [1887-1963]
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that he is authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permissions, such as an export license, are arranged. (Passport for a cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of his status if this takes more than a few days.
All items from the seller are shipped with insurance equal to the purchase price and 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.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Culture
Cypriot
Century/timeframe
1600/1350 avant J.-C.
Name of object
- Jug with handle - Bronze Age - 1600/1350 BC
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Material
Ceramic
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Intact
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
2009
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.
