Scythian - Openwork plaque - Ordos culture - wild boar (very rare) - 1st millennium BC. (No reserve price)
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Bronze plaque from the Ordos culture with a rare boar motif dating to the 6th–2nd century BCE, in good condition, dimensions 3.6 cm wide by 2.2 cm high, provenance France from Galerie P.S.A., previously in private collection acquired in 1980, acquired in 2017, authentic/original.
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Bronze plaque of the Ordos culture with animal decorative motif - Steppe art
Cast bronze plaque featuring a wild boar (very rare iconography). The boar was an attribute of several Gods and Goddesses, symbolizing virility and power.
The Ordos culture flourished during the Bronze Age and the early Iron Age in what is now Inner Mongolia and is known for its nomadic culture and rich traditions of decorative metalworking, as embodied in this piece. The Ordos culture is the easternmost manifestation known of Scythian culture.
Northeast China, Ordos culture, Scythian people, circa 6th / 2nd century BCE.
Dimensions: Width 3.6 cm - Height 2.2 cm - Excellent condition.
Provenance: France, Galerie P.S.A.
Previous provenance history, former private collection gathered in the 1980s
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The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license (cultural object passport), are arranged.
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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 TranslateBronze plaque of the Ordos culture with animal decorative motif - Steppe art
Cast bronze plaque featuring a wild boar (very rare iconography). The boar was an attribute of several Gods and Goddesses, symbolizing virility and power.
The Ordos culture flourished during the Bronze Age and the early Iron Age in what is now Inner Mongolia and is known for its nomadic culture and rich traditions of decorative metalworking, as embodied in this piece. The Ordos culture is the easternmost manifestation known of Scythian culture.
Northeast China, Ordos culture, Scythian people, circa 6th / 2nd century BCE.
Dimensions: Width 3.6 cm - Height 2.2 cm - Excellent condition.
Provenance: France, Galerie P.S.A.
Previous provenance history, former private collection gathered in the 1980s
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license (cultural object passport), are arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days.
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
Scythian
Century/timeframe
6ème / 2ème S. avant J.-C.
Name of object
- Openwork plaque - Ordos culture - wild boar (very rare) - 1st millennium BC.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2017
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
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.
