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Late Roman to Early Byzantine bronze censer (incense burner) with original chains and hooks, suitable for hanging. This early incense burner could also be used standing (without the chains).
The rounded bowl rests on a ring foot. The everted rim has three suspension lugs, decorated with three pellets. which serve to strengthen the attachment of the circlets to the body.

Complete with three chains hanging from a central distribution hook.

There is a faintly undefined inscription in Greek below the rim: ☩ HAΓIA EAENH ☩
This can be a dedication to a Saint or the name of the individual who donated the censer to the church.

This bronze vessel was used for burning incense and could be suspended or carried around and swung by its chain.

Total length: ± 43 cm
Diameter bowl: ± 75,4 mm
Height bowl: ± 80,4 mm

Condition: Good and solid condition, wear consistent with age and use. A tiny pinhole in the base and side of the cup, rim partly restored. Appealing olive-green patina. See images.

Certificate of Authenticity: available upon request (pdf-format).

Seller's Story

SHIPPING INFO: Due to insurance procedures combining shipments is ONLY possible in case of a combined payment (1 payment reference = 1 insured parcel). This is also the case if you accept an offer after the auction and make a separate payment. Manually combining afterwards is not possible. For smooth processing, please ensure that the shipping address is complete and correct BEFORE paying. Any changes you make after your payment are not automatically passed on to us. ----------------------------------------------------------- COA: For insurance purposes, we offer an additional Certificate of Authenticity for every item sold over €100. This can be requested within 20 days of the auction date. All certificates are digital (PDF format) and are not included in the package. Buyers will receive the instructions when your order is shipped. Follow this procedure for a smooth process. -------------------------------------------- ---- --------------------------- INSURANCE: All our packages are shipped with external insurance. Missing parcels must be reported within 14 days. Monitor the online tracking and report any problems to us in a timely manner. In the event of damage, please write a reservation on the delivery note, keep all packaging, take photos of the damage and report the problem to us immediately. --------- IMPORTANT FOR BUYERS OUTSIDE THE EU: Due to customs regulations, we cannot ship to countries outside the E.U. Before bidding, please make sure you have an EU shipping address. ----------------------------- Thank you very much and we wish you good luck with bidding! -AntiqueShopping-

Due to custom regulations we can not ship outside the E.U. Please make sure you have an EU shipping address before bidding.

Late Roman to Early Byzantine bronze censer (incense burner) with original chains and hooks, suitable for hanging. This early incense burner could also be used standing (without the chains).
The rounded bowl rests on a ring foot. The everted rim has three suspension lugs, decorated with three pellets. which serve to strengthen the attachment of the circlets to the body.

Complete with three chains hanging from a central distribution hook.

There is a faintly undefined inscription in Greek below the rim: ☩ HAΓIA EAENH ☩
This can be a dedication to a Saint or the name of the individual who donated the censer to the church.

This bronze vessel was used for burning incense and could be suspended or carried around and swung by its chain.

Total length: ± 43 cm
Diameter bowl: ± 75,4 mm
Height bowl: ± 80,4 mm

Condition: Good and solid condition, wear consistent with age and use. A tiny pinhole in the base and side of the cup, rim partly restored. Appealing olive-green patina. See images.

Certificate of Authenticity: available upon request (pdf-format).

Seller's Story

SHIPPING INFO: Due to insurance procedures combining shipments is ONLY possible in case of a combined payment (1 payment reference = 1 insured parcel). This is also the case if you accept an offer after the auction and make a separate payment. Manually combining afterwards is not possible. For smooth processing, please ensure that the shipping address is complete and correct BEFORE paying. Any changes you make after your payment are not automatically passed on to us. ----------------------------------------------------------- COA: For insurance purposes, we offer an additional Certificate of Authenticity for every item sold over €100. This can be requested within 20 days of the auction date. All certificates are digital (PDF format) and are not included in the package. Buyers will receive the instructions when your order is shipped. Follow this procedure for a smooth process. -------------------------------------------- ---- --------------------------- INSURANCE: All our packages are shipped with external insurance. Missing parcels must be reported within 14 days. Monitor the online tracking and report any problems to us in a timely manner. In the event of damage, please write a reservation on the delivery note, keep all packaging, take photos of the damage and report the problem to us immediately. --------- IMPORTANT FOR BUYERS OUTSIDE THE EU: Due to customs regulations, we cannot ship to countries outside the E.U. Before bidding, please make sure you have an EU shipping address. ----------------------------- Thank you very much and we wish you good luck with bidding! -AntiqueShopping-
Culture
Late Roman/Early Byzantine
Name of object
Censer (incense burner) with chains and hook
Century/ Timeframe
5th - 6th century AD
Provenance
Antique Market
Country of Origin
Europe
Material
Bronze
Condition
Good

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Awesome item, fast shipping, great seller!!

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nice object. A provenance in the CoA woiuld have been good

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TODO PERFECTO, BUEN SERVICIO Y CALIDAD

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user-c9268c44f3ed

Belle pièce archéologique conforme à la description. Envoi sécurisé, parfait.

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bien arrivé, bien emballé, conforme à l'image, superbe.

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Objet conforme Vendeur réactif Expédition et livraison rapide

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flegimmo

+++conforme+++très bien emballé++++rapide++++

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Supersnelle en correcte levering. Echt wat ik verwacht had. Bedankt!!!!

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rontien

All perfect thanks! Looking forward for more

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Objet conforme aux photos et description

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thank you so much . its very beautiful . hope to buy other objects from you . thank you .

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Perfect seller. I recommend! Thank you very much!!!

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reperto arrivato molto molto bello :-) imballato perfettamente ottimo come sempre top 💯💯💯💯

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Wunderbares kleines Amulett, bin sehr zufrieden mit dem Kauf.

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Nanefer

expediere greoaie. nu s-a tinut cont de recomandarile mele de a se evita posta romana. pt ca totul s-a terminat cu bine, pana lurma , calificativ pozitiv

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I tempi di spedizione del venditore sono esatti, i tempi di arrivo a causa del corriere erano inesatti, però ilo prodotto è arrivato ed è in ottime condizioni

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Awesome item, fast shipping, great seller!!

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The seller guarantees and can prove that the object was obtained legally. The seller was informed by Catawiki that they had to provide the documentation required by the laws and regulations in their country of residence. The seller guarantees and is entitled to sell/export this object. The seller will provide all provenance information known about the object to the buyer. The seller ensures that any necessary permits are/will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer immediately about any delays in obtaining such permits.