Middle Ages - Rare medieval bronze chalice - Roman / Gothic - 11th/14th century

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€ 280
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Ruth Garrido Vila
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila

Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.

Estimate  € 3,100 - € 3,600
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€280
FR
€260
IT
€240

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Rare medieval bronze chalice or holy-water vessel from the 11th–14th century, with a conical, slightly tiered body and a central hollow bulb intended for a handle, resting on an openwork foot.

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Description from the seller

Very rare medieval bronze chalice or holy water caldron/receptacle in bronze. Thick cast bronze vessel in the shape of a chalice, resting on a pierced foot, intended to hold holy water. The body is slightly conical, cut-lobed at mid-height, then takes the form of a sphere ornamented with vertical ribs. Polygonal lip surmounted by two triangular ears each with a hollow bulb intended to contain a handle.

End of the Romanesque period, beginning of the Gothic period 11th/14th century.
Excellent condition - missing foot lacuna, central handle missing.
Dimensions: height 15.1 cm - diameter 13.7 cm

An exceptional piece that will delight a discerning collector

Provenance information: Germany, Study K.Z.A.
Previous provenance history, Charles Crodel Collection (1894-1973), Munich

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The seller will arrange the necessary authorizations, such as an export license. (Cultural object passport)
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All items from the seller are shipped with insurance up 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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Very rare medieval bronze chalice or holy water caldron/receptacle in bronze. Thick cast bronze vessel in the shape of a chalice, resting on a pierced foot, intended to hold holy water. The body is slightly conical, cut-lobed at mid-height, then takes the form of a sphere ornamented with vertical ribs. Polygonal lip surmounted by two triangular ears each with a hollow bulb intended to contain a handle.

End of the Romanesque period, beginning of the Gothic period 11th/14th century.
Excellent condition - missing foot lacuna, central handle missing.
Dimensions: height 15.1 cm - diameter 13.7 cm

An exceptional piece that will delight a discerning collector

Provenance information: Germany, Study K.Z.A.
Previous provenance history, Charles Crodel Collection (1894-1973), Munich

The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that he is authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will arrange the necessary authorizations, such as an export license. (Cultural object passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of his status if this takes more than a few days
All items from the seller are shipped with insurance up 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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Details

Culture
Middle Ages
Century/timeframe
11ème / 14ème Siècve
Name of object
- Rare medieval bronze chalice - Roman / Gothic - 11th/14th century
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1973
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
FranceVerified
4872
Objects sold
99.71%
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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.

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