Ancient Greek - Cup on a high foot - necropolis of Vico Equense - Naples - 5th century BCE.
02
days
15
hours
32
minutes
05
seconds
Current bid
€ 400
Reserve price not met
Expert
Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 1,000 - € 1,200
 | €400 | |
|---|---|---|
 | €2 | |
 | €1 |
Catawiki Buyer Protection
Your payment’s safe with us until you receive your object.View details
Trustpilot 4.4 | 142038 reviews
Rated Excellent on Trustpilot.
Ancient Greek ceramic deep cup on a high foot from the necropolis of Vico Equense near Naples, dating to the 5th/4th century BC, in good condition with original glaze, no restoration, diameter 12.9 cm and height 9.8 cm, provenance Germany (Galerie/Antiquaire), acquired in 2025.
AI-assisted summary
Description from the seller
Greek-style ceramic cup with ochre glaze
Deep cup on a molded high foot, lip flat and adorned with brown circular bands, flared base
The cup is entirely covered with an ochre-beige glaze.
The lip is pierced by two holes that appear to be original.
An old label mentions a discovery site in the necropolis of Vico Equense, near Naples
Greater Greece, Magna Graecia, Southern Italy, 5th–4th century BC
Very good preservation of the glaze and pigments. Excellent condition, intact piece, no restoration
Diameter: 12.9 cm - height 9.8 cm
Provenance: Germany, E.P.L. gallery
Previous provenance history: former private collection from southern Germany acquired on the European art market in the 1990s.
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally; provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller warrants that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will arrange the necessary authorizations, such as an export licence. (Cultural object passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days
All seller’s items are shipped with insurance equal to the purchase price and 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.
Translated by Google TranslateGreek-style ceramic cup with ochre glaze
Deep cup on a molded high foot, lip flat and adorned with brown circular bands, flared base
The cup is entirely covered with an ochre-beige glaze.
The lip is pierced by two holes that appear to be original.
An old label mentions a discovery site in the necropolis of Vico Equense, near Naples
Greater Greece, Magna Graecia, Southern Italy, 5th–4th century BC
Very good preservation of the glaze and pigments. Excellent condition, intact piece, no restoration
Diameter: 12.9 cm - height 9.8 cm
Provenance: Germany, E.P.L. gallery
Previous provenance history: former private collection from southern Germany acquired on the European art market in the 1990s.
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally; provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller warrants that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will arrange the necessary authorizations, such as an export licence. (Cultural object passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days
All seller’s items are shipped with insurance equal to the purchase price and 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.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Culture
Ancient Greek
Century/timeframe
5ème/4ème S. avant J.-C.
Name of object
- Cup on a high foot - necropolis of Vico Equense - Naples - 5th century BCE.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1990
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
Sold by
Disclaimer
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.
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.
