Byzantine - Incense-burning cauldron with its original chain - 4th–7th Century
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 1,300 - € 1,600
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Byzantine bronze incense burner from the 4th–7th century, with its original suspension chains and hook.
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Description from the seller
Byzantine cauldron incense burner in bronze with three suspension chains.
Bronze cast hanging censer. Base ring-shaped, hemispherical body adorned with two circular recessed lines, small flat rim topped by three suspension rings.
The cauldron is held by bronze suspension chains and a hook.
Byzantine period, 4th / 7th century AD.
Width 8.2 cm, height 4.8 cm (height 31 cm with the chains and suspension hook).
Very good condition - all pieces are original
Provenance: private Belgian collection formed in the 1960s - 1990s
Incense burner cauldrons have been used since the reign of Constantine the Great, mainly in the Byzantine Empire. They were suspended in various locations in churches and shaken during ceremonies.
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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 TranslateByzantine cauldron incense burner in bronze with three suspension chains.
Bronze cast hanging censer. Base ring-shaped, hemispherical body adorned with two circular recessed lines, small flat rim topped by three suspension rings.
The cauldron is held by bronze suspension chains and a hook.
Byzantine period, 4th / 7th century AD.
Width 8.2 cm, height 4.8 cm (height 31 cm with the chains and suspension hook).
Very good condition - all pieces are original
Provenance: private Belgian collection formed in the 1960s - 1990s
Incense burner cauldrons have been used since the reign of Constantine the Great, mainly in the Byzantine Empire. They were suspended in various locations in churches and shaken during ceremonies.
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 permissions, 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 seller’s items are shipped with insurance equal to the purchase price and are accompanied by 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
Byzantine
Century/timeframe
4ème / 7ème Siècle
Name of object
- Incense-burning cauldron with its original chain - 4th–7th Century
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2026
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1985
Previous owner - country acquired from
Belgium
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.
