Ancient Roman Sculpted head of a young woman in sandstone - 1st/2nd century AD - 21.8 cm with base
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 2,500 - € 3,500
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Elegant Roman era carved sandstone head of a young woman, 1st–2nd century AD, mounted on a wooden base, 21.8 cm high with base, in excellent condition and authentic.
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Elegant head from Roman period sculpted in sandstone
Head in sandstone, presenting an elegant young woman with hair waved, held by a headband with a knot in the shape of a flower.
The face is fine, the mouth narrow, the nose straight, the chin round, the eyes wide open with pronounced arches.
Roman period, 1st / 2nd century AD, probably western Mediterranean (Cyprus?).
The head is fixed on a wooden base
Height: 13.7 cm (height with base 21.8 cm) - Excellent condition - some wear.
Provenance information: Germany, S.B.R. gallery.
Previously: owned by the Counts of Reischach, Riet Castle, (acquisition in 2011, sale Sigalas)
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance declaration seen by Catawiki.
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The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are arranged. (passport for cultural object)
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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 TranslateElegant head from Roman period sculpted in sandstone
Head in sandstone, presenting an elegant young woman with hair waved, held by a headband with a knot in the shape of a flower.
The face is fine, the mouth narrow, the nose straight, the chin round, the eyes wide open with pronounced arches.
Roman period, 1st / 2nd century AD, probably western Mediterranean (Cyprus?).
The head is fixed on a wooden base
Height: 13.7 cm (height with base 21.8 cm) - Excellent condition - some wear.
Provenance information: Germany, S.B.R. gallery.
Previously: owned by the Counts of Reischach, Riet Castle, (acquisition in 2011, sale Sigalas)
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, 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 authorizations, 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
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
Ancient Roman
Century/timeframe
1er / 2ème siècle
Name of object
Sculpted head of a young woman in sandstone - 1st/2nd century AD - 21.8 cm with base
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2020
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
2011
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.
