Pre-Columbian - Nariño Cup - Ecuador - 800–1500 AD - With export license
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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This pre-Columbian Nariño cup from northern Ecuador, dating to 800–1500 AD, is a hemispherical ceramic bowl with geometric decoration and a stylised central figure, measuring 17.3 cm in diameter and 9.7 cm high, and accompanied by an export licence.
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Description from the seller
Large bowl with geometric decoration from the Nariño culture.
Hemispherical bowl resting on a conical base, adorned with a magnificent brown and cream design alternating grids and stepped shapes. A stylized figure appears in the center.
Beige ceramic with cream slip and burnished brown slip.
Northern Ecuador, Nariño culture, 800–1500 AD.
Dimensions: Diameter 17.3 cm – height 9.7 cm
Excellent condition – intact and unrestored
Provenance: Germany, H.T.A. gallery
Previously: Private collection in southern Germany. Private collection in northern Germany, assembled on the art market in the 1960s/1980s and passed down by inheritance
Accompanied by an export licence issued by the German cultural authorities.
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained; the provenance declaration has been reviewed by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorised to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permits, such as an export licence, are arranged. (Cultural property passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of the status if this takes more than a few days.
All items from the seller are shipped with insurance covering the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document stating 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.
Translated by Google TranslateLarge bowl with geometric decoration from the Nariño culture.
Hemispherical bowl resting on a conical base, adorned with a magnificent brown and cream design alternating grids and stepped shapes. A stylized figure appears in the center.
Beige ceramic with cream slip and burnished brown slip.
Northern Ecuador, Nariño culture, 800–1500 AD.
Dimensions: Diameter 17.3 cm – height 9.7 cm
Excellent condition – intact and unrestored
Provenance: Germany, H.T.A. gallery
Previously: Private collection in southern Germany. Private collection in northern Germany, assembled on the art market in the 1960s/1980s and passed down by inheritance
Accompanied by an export licence issued by the German cultural authorities.
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained; the provenance declaration has been reviewed by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorised to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permits, such as an export licence, are arranged. (Cultural property passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of the status if this takes more than a few days.
All items from the seller are shipped with insurance covering the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document stating 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
Pre-Columbian
Century/timeframe
800/1500 après J.-C.
Name of object
- Nariño Cup - Ecuador - 800–1500 AD - With export license
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1960
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
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.
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.
