Greco-Roman - Palmyrene - symbols - tessera (rare) raised on each side (No Reserve Price)
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Palmyrene terracotta tessera in relief on both faces, 15 x 15 mm, dating to the 1st–2nd century CE, in good condition, acquired from a UK gallery in 2018 with authenticity certificate.
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Rare Roman Tesserae
Antique terracotta tessera, probably a theater token, featuring a relief scene on each side.
Face A: two reclining goddesses
Face B: two characters sacrificing themselves on a Pyré.
A similar model is exhibited at the Louvre Museum.
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Many tesserae like the one shown have been found at the Palmyra site.
Eastern Roman Empire, 1st to 2nd centuries AD
Dimensions 15 mm x 15 mm - Excellent condition
Palmyra, an ancient city of the Roman colony, is built in an oasis and prospered during the Roman era. The city's fate was linked to Queen Zenobia, the last to revolt against the Romans, who ultimately destroyed the city in 272/273 AD. Palmyra was an independent city after the conquest of Syria by the Seleucids and served as a trading post between the Euphrates and the Mediterranean Sea. The Greco-Roman tradition and the city's location at the crossroads of Roman and Parthian territories created the conditions necessary for the development of a unique culture.
The tokens (symbols, tesserae / tessères) of Palmyra, mentioned in the bibliography, constitute a particular category of ancient artifacts. These are tiles of various shapes, made almost exclusively of clay, bearing relief motifs on both sides. Experts have expressed the opinion that these objects played an important role in Palmyra's religious festivals, as they were used to access ceremonial meals or distributions after certain sacrifices. They date from the 1st to the 3rd century AD and provide important information about the deities of Palmyra and the Semitic religious history in general.
The earliest examples of the Tesseres of Palmyra are known from the first part of the 1st century A.D., and the later ones from the 3rd century A.D.
Provenance information
United Kingdom, T.V. gallery, ref 763. Previous provenance history: former British private collection assembled in the 1970s.
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, statement of provenance seen by Catawiki.
An illustrated certificate of authenticity will be provided to the buyer.
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 TranslateRare Roman Tesserae
Antique terracotta tessera, probably a theater token, featuring a relief scene on each side.
Face A: two reclining goddesses
Face B: two characters sacrificing themselves on a Pyré.
A similar model is exhibited at the Louvre Museum.
No textual content to translate from the provided URL.
Many tesserae like the one shown have been found at the Palmyra site.
Eastern Roman Empire, 1st to 2nd centuries AD
Dimensions 15 mm x 15 mm - Excellent condition
Palmyra, an ancient city of the Roman colony, is built in an oasis and prospered during the Roman era. The city's fate was linked to Queen Zenobia, the last to revolt against the Romans, who ultimately destroyed the city in 272/273 AD. Palmyra was an independent city after the conquest of Syria by the Seleucids and served as a trading post between the Euphrates and the Mediterranean Sea. The Greco-Roman tradition and the city's location at the crossroads of Roman and Parthian territories created the conditions necessary for the development of a unique culture.
The tokens (symbols, tesserae / tessères) of Palmyra, mentioned in the bibliography, constitute a particular category of ancient artifacts. These are tiles of various shapes, made almost exclusively of clay, bearing relief motifs on both sides. Experts have expressed the opinion that these objects played an important role in Palmyra's religious festivals, as they were used to access ceremonial meals or distributions after certain sacrifices. They date from the 1st to the 3rd century AD and provide important information about the deities of Palmyra and the Semitic religious history in general.
The earliest examples of the Tesseres of Palmyra are known from the first part of the 1st century A.D., and the later ones from the 3rd century A.D.
Provenance information
United Kingdom, T.V. gallery, ref 763. Previous provenance history: former British private collection assembled in the 1970s.
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, statement of provenance seen by Catawiki.
An illustrated certificate of authenticity will be provided to the buyer.
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
Greco-Roman
Century/ Timeframe
1er / 2ème Siècle après J.-C.
Name of object
- Palmyrene - symbols - tessera (rare) raised on each side
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2018
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
2018
Previous owner - country acquired from
United Kingdom
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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.
