Ancient Greek - Olpé with a shiny black glaze - 400 BC - Intact
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Ancient Greek olpé in a shiny black glaze, 4th century BCE, name: Olpé à glaçure noire brillante - 400 BC - Intacte, height 8.3 cm, width 8.6 cm, good condition with calcareous traces; provenance France, Galerie L.H.V.; authentic original, acquired in 2024 from the Royaume‑Uni.
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Elegant Greek Olpe in black-glazed ceramic.
Pear-shaped body, short cylindrical neck topped by a wide flared lip, handle starting from the shoulder to reach the top of the lip.
Greater Greece, Campania, circa the 4th century BCE.
Dimensions: Height 8.3 cm - Width 8.6 cm
Excellent condition – traces of limestone
Provenance: France, L.H.V. Gallery
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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 Greek Olpe in black-glazed ceramic.
Pear-shaped body, short cylindrical neck topped by a wide flared lip, handle starting from the shoulder to reach the top of the lip.
Greater Greece, Campania, circa the 4th century BCE.
Dimensions: Height 8.3 cm - Width 8.6 cm
Excellent condition – traces of limestone
Provenance: France, L.H.V. Gallery
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance declaration seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are arranged. (Cultural object 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 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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Culture
Ancient Greek
Century/timeframe
4ème siècle avant J.-C.
Name of object
- Olpé with a shiny black glaze - 400 BC - Intact
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
1987
Previous owner - country acquired from
United Kingdom
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.
