Bronze Age Terracotta Very rare prehistoric vase - Thailand - 2nd/1st millennium BCE. (No reserve price)

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Estimate  € 430 - € 500
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€37
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€34
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€31

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Rare Bronze Age terracotta vase from Thailand, dating to the 2nd–1st millennium BC, in good condition with a beige‑orange body and striated surface.

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Description from the seller

Vase dating from the Early Bronze Age
A beige-orange terracotta vase with a wide body, a slightly domed base, and a flared lip dating from the second to first millennium BCE.
The surface is decorated with striations produced by combing the surface.
Similar ceramics have been found at the Ayutthaya archaeological site and Ban Chiang.
dating: 2nd / 1st millennium BCE - dimensions: diameter 11.8 cm x height 3.7 cm -
an extremely rare piece and in good condition - chips at the lip - minor cracks
Provenance information: France, Galerie V.M.T.
Previous provenance history, important private Parisian collection of Thai archaeology.

The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance declaration seen by Catawiki.
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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 of the seller's items are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document indicating 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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Vase dating from the Early Bronze Age
A beige-orange terracotta vase with a wide body, a slightly domed base, and a flared lip dating from the second to first millennium BCE.
The surface is decorated with striations produced by combing the surface.
Similar ceramics have been found at the Ayutthaya archaeological site and Ban Chiang.
dating: 2nd / 1st millennium BCE - dimensions: diameter 11.8 cm x height 3.7 cm -
an extremely rare piece and in good condition - chips at the lip - minor cracks
Provenance information: France, Galerie V.M.T.
Previous provenance history, important private Parisian collection of Thai archaeology.

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 of the seller's items are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document indicating 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
Bronze Age
Century/timeframe
2ème/ 1er millénaire avant J.-C.
Name of object
Very rare prehistoric vase - Thailand - 2nd/1st millennium BCE.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Material
Terracotta
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
FranceVerified
4887
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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