Mesopotamian Terracotta - Zoomorphic vase with 3 birds - 2nd/1st millennium BCE.
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Mesopotamian terracotta zoomorphic vase with three bird forms and three heads, dating to the 2nd–1st millennium BCE, in very good condition with a slight restoration, measuring 4.1 cm in height and 4.5 cm in diameter, acquired from Galerie/Antiquaire in Germany in 2023 from a private collection with provenance back to 1980.
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Zoomorphic Mesopotamian ceramic vase.
Bulbous body resting on a hollow circular base, wide lip-flared opening.
This atypical vase is decorated with three bird forms, the three heads gathered, an opening at each beak.
Mesopotamia, 2nd/1st millennium BCE.
Very good condition – slight restoration
Dimensions: height 4.1 cm x diameter 4.5 cm
Provenance information: Germany, gallery R.T.B.
Comes from a private collection of Islamic and Asian art from northern Germany.
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 TranslateZoomorphic Mesopotamian ceramic vase.
Bulbous body resting on a hollow circular base, wide lip-flared opening.
This atypical vase is decorated with three bird forms, the three heads gathered, an opening at each beak.
Mesopotamia, 2nd/1st millennium BCE.
Very good condition – slight restoration
Dimensions: height 4.1 cm x diameter 4.5 cm
Provenance information: Germany, gallery R.T.B.
Comes from a private collection of Islamic and Asian art from northern Germany.
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance declaration seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that he is authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permissions, such as an export license, are arranged. (passport for a cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of his 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
2ème/1er millénaire avant J.-C.
Name of object
- Zoomorphic vase with 3 birds - 2nd/1st millennium BCE.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2023
Material
Terracotta
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
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
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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.
