Islamic - Samanid bowl in glazed ceramic "splashware" - 10th century CE.
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 700 - € 800
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Samanid ceramic bowl with green splashware glaze, 10th century, with incised spiral and tendril decoration on a white engobe, diameter 19.7 cm, height 5.8 cm, in good condition and provenance France.
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Western Asia, Persia, ca. 10th century CE.
"Splashware"-decorated cup in clay ceramic ware, with geometric design incised under colored glazes of green.
This fully glazed plate with sgraffito and jaspe decoration is a fine example of this typology, produced in Islamic countries between the 10th and 13th centuries.
The decoration, on white engobe, consists of incised motifs of spirals and tendrils framed by curved lines, splashed with yellow-brown and green enamels under a transparent glaze.
Samanid Art, 10th century AD.
Dimensions: diameter 19.7 cm, height 5.8 cm - Good condition.
Restored from several pieces, pigments and original glaze, small chips in the decoration.
Provenance: France, R.L.C. Study.
Previously: Parisian collection of Mr. and Mrs. L.R. formed in the 1950s-1970s, transmitted through descendants.
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained; provenance declaration 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 TranslateWestern Asia, Persia, ca. 10th century CE.
"Splashware"-decorated cup in clay ceramic ware, with geometric design incised under colored glazes of green.
This fully glazed plate with sgraffito and jaspe decoration is a fine example of this typology, produced in Islamic countries between the 10th and 13th centuries.
The decoration, on white engobe, consists of incised motifs of spirals and tendrils framed by curved lines, splashed with yellow-brown and green enamels under a transparent glaze.
Samanid Art, 10th century AD.
Dimensions: diameter 19.7 cm, height 5.8 cm - Good condition.
Restored from several pieces, pigments and original glaze, small chips in the decoration.
Provenance: France, R.L.C. Study.
Previously: Parisian collection of Mr. and Mrs. L.R. formed in the 1950s-1970s, transmitted through descendants.
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained; 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 permissions, 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 the seller’s items are shipped with insurance at the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document noting 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
Islamic
Century/timeframe
10ème Siècle après J.-C.
Name of object
- Samanid bowl in glazed ceramic "splashware" - 10th century CE.
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
1950
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.
