Cypriot Terracotta c. 7th century BC. Votive bull figure in the shape of an Askos. 16 cm L.

Bull figure in the shape of an Askos - nice decoration- - votive use - MATERIAL: Terracota and pigments DIMENSIONS: Length 16 cm. PROVENANCE: Private collection J. Martí, Barcelona, Spain. Formed during 1960 - 1990. Acquired in the Barcelona - Madrid art market. CONDITION: Good condition, see photos. This type of recipient has been given the name askos, as is ancient Greek this word refers to vessels made from an animal skin which was used to hold wine. The body is usual flat, although there are also bulbous prototypes with a pouring spout and a large handle. According to archaeologists, these vases were used as oil containers for filling lamps. However, the more decorated models would have lost this function and would simply have a decorative function. Notes: - The piece includes authenticity certificate. - The piece includes Spanish Export License (Passport for European Union) . - According to Spanish legislation, items sent outside the European Union are subject to export taxes and 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%. This export permit application process can take between 1-2 months maximum. - The seller guarantees that he acquired this piece according to all national and international laws related to the ownership of cultural property. Provenance statement seen by Catawiki.