Bronze Age Terracotta Very rare prehistoric vase - Thailand - 2nd/1st millennium BCE. (No reserve price)
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 380 - € 450
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Rare prehistoric terracotta vase from the early Bronze Age (2nd–1st millennium BC), beige‑orange with a double body, slightly domed base and straight lip, surface decorated with striations created by surface combing, diameter 14.8 cm and height 7.1 cm, authentic original and acquired from Galerie V.M.T. in France.
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VASE DATING TO THE EARLY BRONZE AGE
Large orange-beige earthenware vase with double body, a slightly domed bottom and straight rim, dating to the 2nd to 1st millennium BCE.
The surface is decorated with striations made by surface combing.
Similar ceramics have been found at the Ayutthaya archaeological site and Ban Chiang.
dating: 2nd / 1st millennium BCE - dimensions: diameter 14.8 cm x height 7.1 cm -
extremely rare piece in perfect preservation
Provenance information: France, Galerie V.M.T.
Previous provenance history, an important Paris private collection of Thai archaeology.
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance declaration viewed 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 TranslateVASE DATING TO THE EARLY BRONZE AGE
Large orange-beige earthenware vase with double body, a slightly domed bottom and straight rim, dating to the 2nd to 1st millennium BCE.
The surface is decorated with striations made by surface combing.
Similar ceramics have been found at the Ayutthaya archaeological site and Ban Chiang.
dating: 2nd / 1st millennium BCE - dimensions: diameter 14.8 cm x height 7.1 cm -
extremely rare piece in perfect preservation
Provenance information: France, Galerie V.M.T.
Previous provenance history, an important Paris private collection of Thai archaeology.
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance declaration viewed by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that he is authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are obtained. (Passport for cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of his status if this takes more than a few days
All of the seller's objects 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
Bronze Age
Century/timeframe
2ème/ 1er millénaire avant J.-C.
Name of object
Very rare prehistoric vase - Thailand - 2nd/1st millennium BCE.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Material
Terracotta
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.
