Ancient Greek - Gold-lekanis, gilded in gold - extremely rare - 5th / 4th century BCE.
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 2,000 - € 2,500
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Antique Greek lekanis with lid, ceramic with a black glaze, the lid decorated with palm fronds, foliage, waves and grapevines gilded in gold, dating to the 5th–4th century BCE and in good condition with restoration.
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Description from the seller
Lékanis with a lid in black-glazed ceramic.
Superb lekane whose lid is decorated with palm fronds, foliage, waves and gilded grapevines in gold (very rare).
Greece, probably Attic, 5th / 4th century BCE.
Gold-glazed Greek ceramics are exceptionally rare and virtually unattainable!
Dimensions: Width 24.6 cm. - height 10.8 cm
Good condition - restored.
Provenance: Germany, H.G.R.
Previously: former Rhineland private collection
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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 TranslateLékanis with a lid in black-glazed ceramic.
Superb lekane whose lid is decorated with palm fronds, foliage, waves and gilded grapevines in gold (very rare).
Greece, probably Attic, 5th / 4th century BCE.
Gold-glazed Greek ceramics are exceptionally rare and virtually unattainable!
Dimensions: Width 24.6 cm. - height 10.8 cm
Good condition - restored.
Provenance: Germany, H.G.R.
Previously: former Rhineland private collection
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 authorizations, such as an export license, are organized. (Passport for cultural object)
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 equal to the purchase price and come with 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
Ancient Greek
Century/timeframe
5ème / 4ème siècle avant J.-C.
Name of object
- Gold-lekanis, gilded in gold - extremely rare - 5th / 4th century BCE.
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
2025
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.
