Ancient Roman - Bronze amphorisque - Republican period 200/100 BC

Roman bronze amphoriette Elegant antique bronze amphoriette still retaining part of its original chain. Long fusiform body, two small handles at the shoulder, each pierced with a small cylindrical hole. Narrow neck, wide flat lip featuring a small orifice at the center. This amphoriette was intended to hold creams and ointments. The spatula is still present, secured to the vase through the centuries. Dating: Roman Empire, western Mediterranean, circa 2nd/1st century BCE. Height 10.8 cm (12.2 cm with the base) - Bronze with green patina. Excellent condition. Delivered with an elegant black metal stand Provenance information: Belgium, Galerie R.B.M. The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance declaration seen by Catawiki. Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot. The seller will arrange the necessary authorizations, such as an export licence. (Passport for a cultural object) The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days. The item is unconditionally guaranteed to be authentic.

Estimate:£460.03

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