Mesopotamian - Ceramic vase - ribbed decoration - 3000/2000 BC.
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Ceramic vase with ribbed decoration, Mesopotamian, dating to 3000–2000 BC, in good condition with small chips, height 6.8 cm and diameter 6.4 cm, provenance France via Galerie/Antiquaire, acquired in 2025 from a private collection.
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Mesopotamian terracotta ochre vase. Bulbous irregular body resting on a flat base, wide opening and flared lip. The vase features circular bands around the neck and vertical bands on the body. The lower part is painted with a wide circular band.
Mesopotamia, 3000/2000 BC.
Good condition - small chips
Dimensions: height 6.8 cm x diameter 6.4 cm
Provenance information: France, P.D.S. gallery
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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 TranslateMesopotamian terracotta ochre vase. Bulbous irregular body resting on a flat base, wide opening and flared lip. The vase features circular bands around the neck and vertical bands on the body. The lower part is painted with a wide circular band.
Mesopotamia, 3000/2000 BC.
Good condition - small chips
Dimensions: height 6.8 cm x diameter 6.4 cm
Provenance information: France, P.D.S. gallery
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance declaration 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 a cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days.
All objects are shipped with insurance equal to the purchase price and are 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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Culture
Mesopotamian
Century/timeframe
3000/2000 avant J.-C.
Name of object
- Ceramic vase - ribbed decoration - 3000/2000 BC.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1960
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.
