Ancient Roman, Empire Terracotta IIB Beltran type amphora, 140 cm -Exhibited at Ifergan Museum and with Spanish Export License-
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Ancient Roman Empire terracotta IIB Beltrán type amphora, 140 cm high with two handles and a flared rim, provenance Hamada’s collection (1970) and Archaeological Gallery, Spain (2014), exhibited at the Ifergan Collection museum (Málaga, 2018–2020), authentic original with a valid Spanish export license.
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This amphora has an elongated body in the shape of an inverted pear (piriform), which gradually widens towards the base before narrowing at the pivot. Unlike variant IIA, IIB has a narrower, more elongated neck, often with a slightly hyperbolic profile that gives it a more elegant silhouette. The rim is flared (outwards) and usually has a triangular or rounded section, designed to facilitate sealing with ceramic or lime plugs. It has two oval-shaped handles that curve from the top of the neck to the shoulder of the piece. It ends in a solid point or ‘pivot’ that allowed the amphora to be stuck into the sand in the holds of ships or into the floor of warehouses to keep it upright.
The Beltrán IIB derives directly from the Dressel 7/11 forms of the High Empire. These, in turn, are heirs to the late Punic containers that were used in southern Hispania for the salted fish trade long before the arrival of Rome. Throughout the coast of Baetica (Andalusia), the Romans did not invent a new industry, but rather adopted and standardised the existing Phoenician production centres. The ‘egg’ or pear-shaped form with a pivot, characteristic of the Beltrán IIB, responds to a centuries-old tradition of design for the maritime transport of fish products, a Phoenician speciality. Although the Malaka variant is famous, the Beltrán IIB was produced in other parts of the Baetica coast, such as the Bay of Cadiz and the Algeciras area, always maintaining that Semitic-influenced design DNA adapted to the commercial needs of the Roman Empire.
Provenance: Hamada´s collection, 1970 / Archaeological Gallery, Spain, 2014
Exhibited: Ifergan Collection museum, Málaga (2018-2020)
Statement seen by Catawiki. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
For buyers outside the European Union (EU) a Spanish export license is required. This will take several weeks to arrange.
Due to Switzerland customs regulations about antiques over 100 years old, this lot cannot be sold to customers residing in Switzerland.
Seller's Story
Ifergan Gallery – Ancient Art is an antique art gallery located in Malaga, with more than 10 years of experience specializing in ancient art and archaeology. The pieces we offer come from the Ifergan Collection Museum, which guarantees their historical value and quality. Our goal is to bring authentic archaeological pieces to both collectors and those who wish to start collecting, offering original works for different budgets and always with the maximum guarantees. All our pieces have been legally acquired and are shipped with a certificate of authenticity and export permit issued by the Spanish Ministry of Culture, with fast and secure shipping via DHL Express.
This amphora has an elongated body in the shape of an inverted pear (piriform), which gradually widens towards the base before narrowing at the pivot. Unlike variant IIA, IIB has a narrower, more elongated neck, often with a slightly hyperbolic profile that gives it a more elegant silhouette. The rim is flared (outwards) and usually has a triangular or rounded section, designed to facilitate sealing with ceramic or lime plugs. It has two oval-shaped handles that curve from the top of the neck to the shoulder of the piece. It ends in a solid point or ‘pivot’ that allowed the amphora to be stuck into the sand in the holds of ships or into the floor of warehouses to keep it upright.
The Beltrán IIB derives directly from the Dressel 7/11 forms of the High Empire. These, in turn, are heirs to the late Punic containers that were used in southern Hispania for the salted fish trade long before the arrival of Rome. Throughout the coast of Baetica (Andalusia), the Romans did not invent a new industry, but rather adopted and standardised the existing Phoenician production centres. The ‘egg’ or pear-shaped form with a pivot, characteristic of the Beltrán IIB, responds to a centuries-old tradition of design for the maritime transport of fish products, a Phoenician speciality. Although the Malaka variant is famous, the Beltrán IIB was produced in other parts of the Baetica coast, such as the Bay of Cadiz and the Algeciras area, always maintaining that Semitic-influenced design DNA adapted to the commercial needs of the Roman Empire.
Provenance: Hamada´s collection, 1970 / Archaeological Gallery, Spain, 2014
Exhibited: Ifergan Collection museum, Málaga (2018-2020)
Statement seen by Catawiki. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
For buyers outside the European Union (EU) a Spanish export license is required. This will take several weeks to arrange.
Due to Switzerland customs regulations about antiques over 100 years old, this lot cannot be sold to customers residing in Switzerland.
Seller's Story
Ifergan Gallery – Ancient Art is an antique art gallery located in Malaga, with more than 10 years of experience specializing in ancient art and archaeology. The pieces we offer come from the Ifergan Collection Museum, which guarantees their historical value and quality. Our goal is to bring authentic archaeological pieces to both collectors and those who wish to start collecting, offering original works for different budgets and always with the maximum guarantees. All our pieces have been legally acquired and are shipped with a certificate of authenticity and export permit issued by the Spanish Ministry of Culture, with fast and secure shipping via DHL Express.
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman, Empire
Century/timeframe
Circa 1st-2nd Century A.D.
Name of object
IIB Beltran type amphora, 140 cm -Exhibited at Ifergan Museum and with Spanish Export License-
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2014
Material
Terracotta
Country acquired from
Spain
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Previous owner - country acquired from
Japan
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.
