Middle Ages - Rare medieval bronze chalice - Roman / Gothic - 11th/14th century

Very rare medieval bronze chalice or holy water caldron/receptacle in bronze. Thick cast bronze vessel in the shape of a chalice, resting on a pierced foot, intended to hold holy water. The body is slightly conical, cut-lobed at mid-height, then takes the form of a sphere ornamented with vertical ribs. Polygonal lip surmounted by two triangular ears each with a hollow bulb intended to contain a handle. End of the Romanesque period, beginning of the Gothic period 11th/14th century. Excellent condition - missing foot lacuna, central handle missing. Dimensions: height 15.1 cm - diameter 13.7 cm An exceptional piece that will delight a discerning collector Provenance information: Germany, Study K.Z.A. Previous provenance history, Charles Crodel Collection (1894-1973), Munich The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information: The seller guarantees that he is authorized to sell/export this lot. The seller will arrange the necessary authorizations, such as an export license. (Cultural object passport) The seller will inform the buyer of his status if this takes more than a few days All items from the seller are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document noting the provenance.

Utropspris:SEK 34,530.07

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