Achaemenid Central-button phiale - Omphalos - 500/400 BC
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Description from the seller
A finely cast, hammered, and tinned Achaemenid bronze phiale. The bowl rests on a convex base, from which its walls rise, creating an elegant, continuous curved profile. The interior of the vessel is partially covered with a beautiful green patina lustre. The rim is delineated by a broad recessed ring and decorated with fine vertical lines. Slightly pronounced parallel circles mark a central medallion, from which a tall pyramid-shaped knop rises.
Excellent condition with a lovely green and brown patina.
Persia, Achaemenid Empire, 5th to 4th centuries BCE.
Dimensions: diameter 16.6 cm - height 4.5 cm.
Provenance: Germany, D.W.O. Gallery.
Previously: private collection of southern Germany
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, statement of provenance seen by Catawiki.
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The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license (passport for cultural object), are arranged.
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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 TranslateA finely cast, hammered, and tinned Achaemenid bronze phiale. The bowl rests on a convex base, from which its walls rise, creating an elegant, continuous curved profile. The interior of the vessel is partially covered with a beautiful green patina lustre. The rim is delineated by a broad recessed ring and decorated with fine vertical lines. Slightly pronounced parallel circles mark a central medallion, from which a tall pyramid-shaped knop rises.
Excellent condition with a lovely green and brown patina.
Persia, Achaemenid Empire, 5th to 4th centuries BCE.
Dimensions: diameter 16.6 cm - height 4.5 cm.
Provenance: Germany, D.W.O. Gallery.
Previously: private collection of southern Germany
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
Achaemenid
Century/ Timeframe
500/400 avant J.-C.
Name of object
Central-button phiale - Omphalos - 500/400 BC
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2022
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
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.
