Near Eastern Statuette of a Horse and Rider

Terracota.

Near Eastern, 5th - 4th century B.C.

10 cm height.

Provenance: Private collection, H. L., Paris, France, 1970 - 1980.

Condiiton: Good condition, low part of the legs restored.

A cream pottery figure, most likely Near Eastern, depicting in an abstract way a horse and its rider, their bodies blending into a single, triangular form, with the head and upper body of the man directly behind the horse’s head, without any indication of the man’s legs; similarly the arms of the man and the reins of the animal are rolled into one.

Most of the statuette was made by hand (in fact, some finger prints from the artist are still visible in the clay), but the face was made in a mould, detailing the large eyes, eyebrows, beard and moustache, as well as curls visible under the conical, pointed cap and its decoration. Some traces of red paint are still visible on the object.

Similar statuettes that were on the market recently are invariably dated either 2000-1500 B.C. or 1500-1200 B.C., but we believe that in fact they may be much younger than that. In view of the use of a mould, this particular statuette is believed to date from the 5th or 4th century B.C.

For a similar statuette see Avshalom Zemer, Terracotta Figurines in Ancient Times (Haifa, The National Maritime Museum, 2009), p. 84, no. 45 (Ashmolean Museum, Oxford).


Notes:
- The piece includes authenticity certificate.
- The piece includes Spanish Export License.
- The seller guarantees that he acquired this piece according to all national and international laws related to the ownership of cultural property.

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IMPORTANT NOTES: -We are a professional seller. - All items sold will come with their professional invoice. - All items sold will come with their own Certificate of Authenticity (warranty document), including the description, image and provenance of the item. - All items will be shipped via private courier with insurance (DHL express, CORREOS of Spain, or other similar with tracking number). - All items when shipped (if required) will be declared as antiques over 100 years old and their price valued. - For shipping outside of EU: Delivery time subject to customs clearance. Liability and Customs Regulations or Import Requirements applicable in the destination country are the sole responsibility of the buyer. We are not responsible for delays caused by customs procedures. Import taxes and vat are not included in the shipping costs. The import tax or VAT payable depends on the country of destination. Payments of any taxes or any disputes with the Customs Authorities are the sole responsibility of the buyer. - For some of the items offered, for shipment outside the European Union it is necessary to obtain an Export Permit which will detail the payment by the buyer of Export Fees according to Spanish legislation. If it is necessary it will be mentioned in the description of the article, BECAUSE NOT IN ALL THE CASES IT IS LIKE THAT. These fees will be added to the invoice, at the buyer's expense. These export fees are fixed on the final auction price and the tax rate is not applied directly on the total value of the item to be exported, but rather the different percentages by sections are applied to it: Up to 6,000 euros: 5%. From 6,001 to 60,000 euros: 10%. This export permit application process can take between 1-2 months maximum. - We guarantee that he acquired this piece according to all national and international laws related to the ownership of cultural property.
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Near Eastern Statuette of a Horse and Rider

Terracota.

Near Eastern, 5th - 4th century B.C.

10 cm height.

Provenance: Private collection, H. L., Paris, France, 1970 - 1980.

Condiiton: Good condition, low part of the legs restored.

A cream pottery figure, most likely Near Eastern, depicting in an abstract way a horse and its rider, their bodies blending into a single, triangular form, with the head and upper body of the man directly behind the horse’s head, without any indication of the man’s legs; similarly the arms of the man and the reins of the animal are rolled into one.

Most of the statuette was made by hand (in fact, some finger prints from the artist are still visible in the clay), but the face was made in a mould, detailing the large eyes, eyebrows, beard and moustache, as well as curls visible under the conical, pointed cap and its decoration. Some traces of red paint are still visible on the object.

Similar statuettes that were on the market recently are invariably dated either 2000-1500 B.C. or 1500-1200 B.C., but we believe that in fact they may be much younger than that. In view of the use of a mould, this particular statuette is believed to date from the 5th or 4th century B.C.

For a similar statuette see Avshalom Zemer, Terracotta Figurines in Ancient Times (Haifa, The National Maritime Museum, 2009), p. 84, no. 45 (Ashmolean Museum, Oxford).


Notes:
- The piece includes authenticity certificate.
- The piece includes Spanish Export License.
- The seller guarantees that he acquired this piece according to all national and international laws related to the ownership of cultural property.

Seller's Story

IMPORTANT NOTES: -We are a professional seller. - All items sold will come with their professional invoice. - All items sold will come with their own Certificate of Authenticity (warranty document), including the description, image and provenance of the item. - All items will be shipped via private courier with insurance (DHL express, CORREOS of Spain, or other similar with tracking number). - All items when shipped (if required) will be declared as antiques over 100 years old and their price valued. - For shipping outside of EU: Delivery time subject to customs clearance. Liability and Customs Regulations or Import Requirements applicable in the destination country are the sole responsibility of the buyer. We are not responsible for delays caused by customs procedures. Import taxes and vat are not included in the shipping costs. The import tax or VAT payable depends on the country of destination. Payments of any taxes or any disputes with the Customs Authorities are the sole responsibility of the buyer. - For some of the items offered, for shipment outside the European Union it is necessary to obtain an Export Permit which will detail the payment by the buyer of Export Fees according to Spanish legislation. If it is necessary it will be mentioned in the description of the article, BECAUSE NOT IN ALL THE CASES IT IS LIKE THAT. These fees will be added to the invoice, at the buyer's expense. These export fees are fixed on the final auction price and the tax rate is not applied directly on the total value of the item to be exported, but rather the different percentages by sections are applied to it: Up to 6,000 euros: 5%. From 6,001 to 60,000 euros: 10%. This export permit application process can take between 1-2 months maximum. - We guarantee that he acquired this piece according to all national and international laws related to the ownership of cultural property.
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Culture
Near Eastern
Name of object
Horse and Rider figure. 10 cm H. 5th - 4th century B.C.
Century/ Timeframe
5th - 4th century B.C.
Provenance
Private Collection
Country of Origin
Unknown
Material
Terracotta
Condition
Good

305 reviews (122 in last 12 months)
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Der Uschepti wurde sehr schnell verschickt und war sehr sehr gut verpackt. Danke für das wunderschöne Stück.

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user-5e81a35

Persona seria e corretta che fa fronte alle consegne in brevissimo tempo. Oggetto conforme alle foto pubblicate.

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Giacomo7960

Arrived well packed and in good condition! Gracias!

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user-2f2c53dc9806

A beautiful piece. Very happy. Thank you very much.

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user-bdbdbeb

Oggetto come da foto arrivato in tempi brevissimi e protetto per la spedizione con le dovute cautele.Serietà del venditore. G.

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Giacomo7960

Ce vendeur est parfait, livraison rapide, les objets sont bien emballés et le transporteur DHL super. L'objet est arrivé en parfait état et la découverte est magnifique et pleine d'émotions. Merci Vi

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user-8ef1239b849e

Magnifique de travailler avec vous, livraison très rapide, emballage parfait livreur géniaux. L'objet est merveilleux et très émouvant en parfait état. Merci Viviane

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user-8ef1239b849e

Article conforme à la description envoie rapide très bonne communication merci👍

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user-401f2afab86e

Article conforme à la description superbe objet bon communication avec le vendeur la seule chose qui peut être regrettable pour cette sorte d'article c'est qu'il n'y a pas de certificat d'authenticité

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user-401f2afab86e

Agréablement surpris par la qualité de l'objet. mais j'ai des doutes sur l'authenticité; le collier est monté sur câble d'acier. pas de fermoir... Etonnant pour un objet dit "ancien"...

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Seller's response

It's formed with ancient beads, same that all necklaces in other dealers and museums, mounted on modern thread, as is logical

Lovely necklace. Exactly as described and pictured. Well wrapped and packed.I would heartily recommend this seller, and would definitely buy from them again.

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user-a411d5b

What a remarkable vase. So delicate, so fine! I am very happy with it. It will get a beautiful spot in our livingroom. Thank you very much, Annet

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user-70e299434787

Produkt noch schöner als auf dem Bild! Immer wieder gerne, schneller Versand, alles einfach top!

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user-d4603ff0bbc3

J’aimerais recevoir le certificat d’authenticité qui était prévu avec la commande. Avec mes remerciements

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Seller's response

I send via postal letter

Oggetto pieno di fascino, ottimamente imballato, coerente alla presentazione! Spedizione veloce. Consigliato!

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consegna velocissima ottima esperienza consigliato:-)

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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.

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.