Ancient Greek - Large Phrygian amphora - 5th century BCE.
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Grande amphore phrygienne, a Phrygian amphora from the Geometric period, circa 6th/5th century BC, standing about 29.6–30 cm high with a 28–28.2 cm body and a 16.5 cm mouth, featuring two vertical round handles and a monochrome light brown bird-and-reeds decoration, in very good condition with a minor rim restoration and one handle reset, provenance France with acquisition in 2023 and confirmed legal acquisition.
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Geometric-period amphora with painted decoration, Cyprus.
A tall amphora 30 cm high and 28 cm wide, with an opening diameter of 16.5 cm. It is characterized by an oval body and its broad neck with a round opening and a small vertical lip.
The biconvex body is provided with two round, vertical handles, raised on the shoulder; it rests on a small flared foot.
The monochrome decoration, light brown, still partly visible, features a bird in a reeds motif.
Ancient Greece, Phrygia, 6th/5th century BCE.
Dimensions: Height 29.6 cm - Width 28.2 cm.
Very good condition, slight restoration to the lip, one handle reattached.
Provenance: France, A.G.T. study.
Previously: former French private collection.
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally; 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 TranslateGeometric-period amphora with painted decoration, Cyprus.
A tall amphora 30 cm high and 28 cm wide, with an opening diameter of 16.5 cm. It is characterized by an oval body and its broad neck with a round opening and a small vertical lip.
The biconvex body is provided with two round, vertical handles, raised on the shoulder; it rests on a small flared foot.
The monochrome decoration, light brown, still partly visible, features a bird in a reeds motif.
Ancient Greece, Phrygia, 6th/5th century BCE.
Dimensions: Height 29.6 cm - Width 28.2 cm.
Very good condition, slight restoration to the lip, one handle reattached.
Provenance: France, A.G.T. study.
Previously: former French private collection.
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally; provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
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, are arranged. (Passport for cultural object)
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 at 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
500 BC
Name of object
- Large Phrygian amphora - 5th century BCE.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2023
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.
