Islamic - Large Abbasid calligraphy cup with lid - 12th/13th century
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Islamic bronze Abbasid cup with lid, dating to the 12th/13th century, decorated with Arabic calligraphy in thuluth and interlaced floral medallions, diameter 21.8 cm, height 18.7 cm, in excellent condition with green-brown patina.
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Large Islamic bronze cup with its lid.
This magnificent Abbasid cup adorned with rich decoration still retains its original lid.
Bell-shaped body resting on a circular foot and featuring a flat rim. The lid is also bell-shaped.
The walls are decorated with a frieze of calligraphic cartouches in Arabic script (thuluth), surmounted by medallions with interlaced floral motifs.
Several decorative friezes of crosses, lambrequins and foliage ornament the circumference, beneath the main calligraphic panel.
Dimensions: Diameter 21.8 cm - Height 18.7 cm
Excellent state of preservation – beautiful green and brown patina
Middle East, Abbasid period, 121st / 13th century CE.
Provenance: from the former collection of a British specialist in Islamic art
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
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The seller will ensure that the necessary permissions, such as an export licence, are arranged. (Cultural Property Passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days
All seller's items are shipped with insurance equal to 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.
Translated by Google TranslateLarge Islamic bronze cup with its lid.
This magnificent Abbasid cup adorned with rich decoration still retains its original lid.
Bell-shaped body resting on a circular foot and featuring a flat rim. The lid is also bell-shaped.
The walls are decorated with a frieze of calligraphic cartouches in Arabic script (thuluth), surmounted by medallions with interlaced floral motifs.
Several decorative friezes of crosses, lambrequins and foliage ornament the circumference, beneath the main calligraphic panel.
Dimensions: Diameter 21.8 cm - Height 18.7 cm
Excellent state of preservation – beautiful green and brown patina
Middle East, Abbasid period, 121st / 13th century CE.
Provenance: from the former collection of a British specialist in Islamic art
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance statement 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 licence, are arranged. (Cultural Property Passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days
All seller's items are shipped with insurance equal to 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
12ème Siècle
Name of object
- Large Abbasid calligraphy cup with lid - 12th/13th century
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2024
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1990
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.
