Ancient Roman Ceramic - Dressel 1B Amphora - 91 cm...

DRESSel TYPE DRESSEL 1A ROMAN AMPHORA Large Dressel 1A-type amphora in perfect condition resting on an elegant metal stand. Amphora dating from the last third of the 2nd century BCE to the first third of the 1st century CE. Wine amphora, produced in workshops located on the Tyrrhenian coast of Italy. Slightly swollen body, evoking the abdomen of a bee, ending in an elongated foot. Smooth transition at the shoulder, which gradually tilts toward a narrow, long neck that widens very slightly upward. Wide rim flanging outward, with a beveled lip oriented downward and outward. The handles, wide and massive, are attached at the shoulder and rise almost parallel to the neck to a point just below the rim, where they bend to join the neck. Light chips on the lip; otherwise, the object is intact. Height: 91 cm. Width: 31 cm. Weight: 17.44 kg. Light beige terracotta. Intact, no restoration, just some wear and small chips - partially covered with marine sediments, the interior of the neck is blocked by a sea sponge. Provenance: Germany, H.R.C. study. Previously: Commercially acquired in the 1970s/80s. This amphora is accompanied by an export license. A copy of the license will be issued to the buyer. Delivered with its tripod metal stand. The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information: The seller warrants that they are authorized to sell/export this lot. The seller will ensure that any necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are arranged. (Cultural object passport) The seller will inform the buyer of their status if it takes more than a few days. All seller’s items are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and come with an illustrated descriptive document noting provenance.

Estimation:5.000€

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