Ancient Roman Bronze Ritual cooker used for cooking sacrificial offerings

Marmite or bronze cooking vessel from the antique Roman period. Mediterranean, 1st–2nd century Ritual cauldron used for cooking sacrifice offerings. Sits on a tripod base shaped like centaur feet, a circular body finished with a lid and topped by a handle. Bronze with green and blue patina, heavy corrosion Small nicks on the rim of the lid Dimensions 12 x 12 x 12 cm (including the handle) Comes from a French private collection The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained; provenance declaration seen by Catawiki. Important information. The seller guarantees that they are authorized to ship this lot. The seller will arrange the necessary authorizations. The seller will inform the buyer if this takes more than a few days.

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