ITEM: Vessel
MATERIAL: Pottery
CULTURE: Byzantine
PERIOD: 5th - 7th Century A.D
DIMENSIONS: 105 mm x 120 mm
CONDITION: Good condition, repaired
PROVENANCE: Ex French private collection, acquired between 1960s - 1980s

Comes with Certificate of Authenticity and Export Licence. If you are from outside the European Union, we will have to apply for the export licence again for your country, this takes 4 to 6 weeks and has a cost of 5% of the amount of the sale, this amount will be added to the final invoice.

Byzantine vessels encompass a diverse array of containers used for various purposes in the Byzantine Empire, which spanned from the 4th to the 15th century CE. These vessels were crafted from a range of materials, including clay, metal, glass, and precious stones, and served practical, ceremonial, and symbolic functions in Byzantine society. Byzantine vessels were characterized by their exquisite craftsmanship, intricate designs, and often elaborate decoration, reflecting the artistic and cultural richness of the Byzantine Empire.

One of the most common types of Byzantine vessels was the clay amphora, used for storing and transporting goods such as wine, olive oil, and grain. Amphorae were typically produced in large quantities in pottery workshops and were stamped with inscriptions or decorative motifs indicating their contents, origin, and ownership. Another important type of Byzantine vessel was the chalice or cup, used in religious rituals and ceremonies, particularly during the celebration of the Eucharist in Byzantine churches. Chalices were often made from precious metals such as gold or silver and adorned with religious iconography, gemstones, and enamel decoration.

Byzantine vessels also included a wide variety of other containers, such as bowls, plates, jugs, and censers, each serving specific functions in daily life, religious worship, or imperial ceremonies. These vessels were often decorated with motifs inspired by Christian symbolism, classical mythology, or nature, reflecting the diverse cultural influences and artistic traditions of the Byzantine Empire.

Good condition, repaired

10.5 x 12 cm