Ancient Egyptian - Cone-shaped alabaster ointment vase - Late Period 664–332 BC - Perfect condition

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

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Ancient Egyptian alabaster conical cosmetic vase from the Late Period (664–332 BC), in good condition, 9.1 cm high and 3.3 cm in diameter, acquired in 2024 from Galerie A.PL, United Kingdom, with provenance from a gentleman in west London.

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Description from the seller

Alabaster carved cosmetic vase.
Vase with fine walls carved in alabaster, conical body resting on a small flat circular base, the interior is deeply hollowed out.
The vase is surmounted by a circular flat rim.
Egypt, Late Period, 664/332 BC.
Height 9.1 cm - diameter 3.3 cm.
Piece in perfect condition, no restoration.
Provenance: Galerie A.PL. United Kingdom - owned by a gentleman from West London.
Previously: in a collection assembled on the British/international art market in the 1990s.
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 license, are arranged. (Passport for a cultural object)
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 accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning 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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Alabaster carved cosmetic vase.
Vase with fine walls carved in alabaster, conical body resting on a small flat circular base, the interior is deeply hollowed out.
The vase is surmounted by a circular flat rim.
Egypt, Late Period, 664/332 BC.
Height 9.1 cm - diameter 3.3 cm.
Piece in perfect condition, no restoration.
Provenance: Galerie A.PL. United Kingdom - owned by a gentleman from West London.
Previously: in a collection assembled on the British/international art market in the 1990s.
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 license, are arranged. (Passport for a cultural object)
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 accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning 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
Ancient Egyptian
Century/timeframe
Basse Epoque 664-332 avant J.-C.
Name of object
- Cone-shaped alabaster ointment vase - Late Period 664–332 BC - Perfect condition
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
United Kingdom
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
FranceVerified
4899
Objects sold
99.7%
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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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