Ancient Chinese - Bronze chariot hub - Zhou - 7th / 3rd century BC.

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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.

Estimate  € 900 - € 1,100
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Bon condition Chinese bronze chariot wheel hub from the Zhou dynasty, dating to the 7th–3rd century BCE, with a green‑brown patina, diameter 7.3 cm and height 4.6 cm; provenance France, Galerie V.R.S., acquired 2024.

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Bronze Chinese chariot hub dating from the Warring States period. Bronze chariot axle cap with a beautiful green and brown patina. It features a design of leiwen and taotie.China, Zhou Dynasty - 7th / 3rd century BCE.Dimensions: diameter 7.3 cm - height 4.6 cm - Excellent condition

Provenance: France, Galerie V.R.S.

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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.
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Bronze Chinese chariot hub dating from the Warring States period. Bronze chariot axle cap with a beautiful green and brown patina. It features a design of leiwen and taotie.China, Zhou Dynasty - 7th / 3rd century BCE.Dimensions: diameter 7.3 cm - height 4.6 cm - Excellent condition

Provenance: France, Galerie V.R.S.

The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance declaration 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 organized. (Passport for a cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of his status if this takes more than a few days.
All of the seller's items are shipped insured for the purchase price and 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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Details

Culture
Ancient Chinese
Century/timeframe
700/300 avant J.-C.
Name of object
- Bronze chariot hub - Zhou - 7th / 3rd century BC.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2024
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
2000
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
FranceVerified
4669
Objects sold
99.71%
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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.

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