Ancient Roman Silver speaker - 1st / 4th century AD
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Roman antique silver orator statuette, 3.2 cm high, in very good condition.
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Description from the seller
Roman silver statuette
Silver figurine depicting an Orator dressed in a long toga, holding a scroll in his right hand
The work is of excellent quality; the details are precise and well executed, and the facial details are clearly distinguishable.
Roman period, 1st/4th century AD.
Height 3.2 cm - very good condition
Silver was very precious in Roman times, practically as precious as gold.
Provenance: United Kingdom, T.M.L. gallery.
Previously: an old collection assembled on the London art market in the 1990s.
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, statement of provenance 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 license (passport for cultural object), are arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if it takes more than a few days.
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 TranslateRoman silver statuette
Silver figurine depicting an Orator dressed in a long toga, holding a scroll in his right hand
The work is of excellent quality; the details are precise and well executed, and the facial details are clearly distinguishable.
Roman period, 1st/4th century AD.
Height 3.2 cm - very good condition
Silver was very precious in Roman times, practically as precious as gold.
Provenance: United Kingdom, T.M.L. gallery.
Previously: an old collection assembled on the London art market in the 1990s.
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, statement of provenance 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 license (passport for cultural object), are arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if it takes more than a few days.
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
Ancient Roman
Century/ Timeframe
1er / 4ème siècle après J.-C.
Name of object
Silver speaker - 1st / 4th century AD
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
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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.
