Cypriot Bronze - Idol statuette - 3rd / 2nd millennium 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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This Cypriot bronze idol statuette, dating to the 3rd–2nd millennium BC, depicts a stylised man in a loincloth and conical headdress, with one hand on his chest, standing on a pedestal.
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Stylized bronze idol statuette
Bronze stylized figure depicting a man wearing a loincloth, with a conical headdress. His arms are drawn back to the body, the left hand resting on the chest.
The legs in rod-like form are straight, the feet resting on a pedestal
Eastern Mediterranean basin, probably Cyprus, ca. 2800-1500 BC
Highlighted on a black base
Dimensions: height 9.3 cm (height 11.3 cm with the base)
Excellent condition – no restoration
Provenance: Netherlands, D.Z.N. gallery
Previous provenance: Netherlands, Amsterdam, Ancient Art, 1988
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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 TranslateStylized bronze idol statuette
Bronze stylized figure depicting a man wearing a loincloth, with a conical headdress. His arms are drawn back to the body, the left hand resting on the chest.
The legs in rod-like form are straight, the feet resting on a pedestal
Eastern Mediterranean basin, probably Cyprus, ca. 2800-1500 BC
Highlighted on a black base
Dimensions: height 9.3 cm (height 11.3 cm with the base)
Excellent condition – no restoration
Provenance: Netherlands, D.Z.N. gallery
Previous provenance: Netherlands, Amsterdam, Ancient Art, 1988
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 licence, 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 items from the seller are shipped with insurance equal to the purchase price and are 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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Culture
Cypriot
Century/timeframe
3ème / 2ème millénaire avant J.-C.
Name of object
- Idol statuette - 3rd / 2nd millennium BCE.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Netherlands
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.
