Bronze Olpe Style of 1st century AD This lovely bronze olpe is a tall vessel with a tapered base, featuring also a tapering neck and a pronounced, rounded rim. The vessel's arched handle includes a protruding loop. An olpe is a type of ancient vessel, specifically a pitcher or jug, characterized by its elongated body, narrow neck, and single handle extending from the lip to the shoulder. Typically crafted from ceramic or metal, olpes were used for pouring and transporting liquids, such as water, wine, or oil, in various contexts including domestic, religious, and ceremonial settings. These vessels often featured intricate decorative motifs and were essential items in daily life and ritual practices of ancient society. Dimensions: 145mm x 100mm; Weight: 610g Provenance: Private UK Ancient Art Collection formerly acquired on the UK, European, and USA Art Markets from pre-2000 Collections. Disclaimer: NO SHIPPING OUTSIDE OF THE EUROPEAN UNION. All items will be shipped from Belgium. 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 will not ship outside the EU.