Ancient Greek Ceramic - Large vase with geometric decoration - Archaic period - 600 BC

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Ruth Garrido Vila
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila

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

Estimate  € 750 - € 900
GR
€190
IT
€180
IT
€170

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A large ancient Greek ceramic olpe with a globular body, raised handle and geometric decoration in black circular bands.

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Description from the seller

Greek amphora with a handled vase dating from the archaic period
Olpé (cup) in beige engobe ceramic, globular body, upturned handle. Decorated with geometric motifs and black circular bands across the body and at the lip. The handle is adorned with two circular discs
Ancient Greece, late Mycenaean period, final phase of the archaic period, 7th / 6th century BCE
Height 22.3 cm - width 18.4 cm - Excellent condition - slight restoration to the lip

Provenance: Germany, Galerie S.H.R.
Previously: Collection acquired in 1958 from art dealer Antonio Fasciani-Escher in Lugano, Switzerland, kept since in southern Germany by the collector

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All of the seller’s items are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document detailing 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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Greek amphora with a handled vase dating from the archaic period
Olpé (cup) in beige engobe ceramic, globular body, upturned handle. Decorated with geometric motifs and black circular bands across the body and at the lip. The handle is adorned with two circular discs
Ancient Greece, late Mycenaean period, final phase of the archaic period, 7th / 6th century BCE
Height 22.3 cm - width 18.4 cm - Excellent condition - slight restoration to the lip

Provenance: Germany, Galerie S.H.R.
Previously: Collection acquired in 1958 from art dealer Antonio Fasciani-Escher in Lugano, Switzerland, kept since in southern Germany by the collector

The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally; 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 arranged. (Passport for a 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 detailing 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 Greek
Century/timeframe
7ème / 6ème siècle avant J.-C.
Name of object
- Large vase with geometric decoration - Archaic period - 600 BC
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2024
Material
Ceramic
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1958
Previous owner - country acquired from
Italy
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
FranceVerified
4944
Objects sold
99.41%
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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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