Ancient Greek - Goddess on a Throne - Persephone - 500/450 BC
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 550 - € 700
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Ancient Greek votive terracotta statuette of a goddess seated on a throne, depicted as Persephone, dating to the 7th–6th century BCE, with a height of 11.6 cm and a beige clay, in excellent condition with no restoration.
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Votive clay statuette of a goddess seated on a throne, modeled after Persephone
The goddess is seated facing forward on a throne, wearing a polos. She is dressed in a himation draped from her head down over her back and arms. She also wears a long garment beneath which her feet protrude.
Her hands rest on her knees.
Greece, 7th / 6th century BC.
Beige terracotta. Excellent condition – no restoration – back missing
Height 11.6 cm – width 4.1 cm
Provenance information: United Kingdom, T.M.L. Gallery.
Provenance: from a British collection of Mediterranean archaeology assembled before 1999.
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
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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 clay statuette of a goddess seated on a throne, modeled after Persephone
The goddess is seated facing forward on a throne, wearing a polos. She is dressed in a himation draped from her head down over her back and arms. She also wears a long garment beneath which her feet protrude.
Her hands rest on her knees.
Greece, 7th / 6th century BC.
Beige terracotta. Excellent condition – no restoration – back missing
Height 11.6 cm – width 4.1 cm
Provenance information: United Kingdom, T.M.L. Gallery.
Provenance: from a British collection of Mediterranean archaeology assembled before 1999.
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that necessary permissions, such as an export licence, are arranged. (Cultural Property Passport)
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 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
Ancient Greek
Century/timeframe
6ème siècle avant J.-C.
Name of object
- Goddess on a Throne - Persephone - 500/450 BC
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1999
Previous owner - country acquired from
United Kingdom
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.
