Bactrian - Neolithic Mesopotamian cup - Oxus civilization - 2300 - 1700 BC
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Description from the seller
Gray ceramic cup from the mysterious Oxus civilization.
Streamlined coupe resting on a small circular foot, with a cylindrical body and a large flared lip.
The Oxus civilization, still unknown until 1970, is an intercultural civilization whose cities housed thousands of people.
She flourished between Bactria and Margiana (present-day Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and Afghanistan) between the late 3rd and early 2nd millennium BC (circa 2300-1700).
Dimensions: height 6.2 cm - diameter 8.7 cm.
Very good condition - slight restoration.
Provenance: France, C.T.E
Former private collection of Mme and M. Pierre Lafrance, French ambassador
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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 TranslateGray ceramic cup from the mysterious Oxus civilization.
Streamlined coupe resting on a small circular foot, with a cylindrical body and a large flared lip.
The Oxus civilization, still unknown until 1970, is an intercultural civilization whose cities housed thousands of people.
She flourished between Bactria and Margiana (present-day Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and Afghanistan) between the late 3rd and early 2nd millennium BC (circa 2300-1700).
Dimensions: height 6.2 cm - diameter 8.7 cm.
Very good condition - slight restoration.
Provenance: France, C.T.E
Former private collection of Mme and M. Pierre Lafrance, French ambassador
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 TranslateDetails
Culture
Bactrian
Century/ Timeframe
2300/1700 avant J.-C.
Name of object
- Neolithic Mesopotamian cup - Oxus civilization - 2300 - 1700 BC
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1960
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
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.
