Ancient Roman Glass Grande Patelle - 66 mm
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Ancient Roman pale‑green glass Grande Patelle of 4th century AD, measuring 66 × 118 × 118 mm with convex walls, in excellent condition and officially authentic, acquired from a French auction house in 2025.
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Description from the seller
Large translucent pale-green glass patella with convex walls, lip with a vertical edge and upper and lower finishing rims. It rests on a hollow base formed by an expanded annular foot, the bottom of the patella has been pinched along the outer edge and pushed inward at its center, creating a bottom with a wrinkled appearance. It is very partially covered by a very thin iridescent layer and earthy deposits.
- Roman Era.
- Dimension: 66 x 118 x 118 mm
- Dating: 4th century A.D.
- Provenance: French private collection acquired on the art market.
- Literature: Ancient glass in the Carnegie Museum Pittsburgh, fig.132, pg.91
Verres antiques et de l'islam, fig.406, pg.159
- Condition: Excellent condition, intact.
The piece includes:
- A sales invoice.
- A certificate of authenticity.
- An export license (only for countries outside the European Union).
Shipping: Secure and insured delivery
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Large translucent pale-green glass patella with convex walls, lip with a vertical edge and upper and lower finishing rims. It rests on a hollow base formed by an expanded annular foot, the bottom of the patella has been pinched along the outer edge and pushed inward at its center, creating a bottom with a wrinkled appearance. It is very partially covered by a very thin iridescent layer and earthy deposits.
- Roman Era.
- Dimension: 66 x 118 x 118 mm
- Dating: 4th century A.D.
- Provenance: French private collection acquired on the art market.
- Literature: Ancient glass in the Carnegie Museum Pittsburgh, fig.132, pg.91
Verres antiques et de l'islam, fig.406, pg.159
- Condition: Excellent condition, intact.
The piece includes:
- A sales invoice.
- A certificate of authenticity.
- An export license (only for countries outside the European Union).
Shipping: Secure and insured delivery
Obtaining export licenses provided by the Directorate of Cultural Heritage of Belgium for countries outside the EU may vary between 2 weeks and 2 months.
Important information: The seller guarantees that he is authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are organized.
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/timeframe
4ème siècle A.D.
Name of object
Grande Patelle
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2025
Material
Glass
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Auction house
Height
66 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
2000
Width
118 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Unknown
Depth
118 mm
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.
