Greek-Hellenistic Terracotta footed incense burner, 11,5 cm

Incense had been known since ancient times and was commonly used for religious offerings, to chase away evil spirits, or to ward off disease. Greeks and Romans mixed it with balsam and made ointments for wounds. In addition, they also burned it in funeral ceremonies with the belief that the soul ascended along with the smoke. Calcified white remains show that this vessel contained incense when inhumed, perhaps as a funerary offering. Provenance: Archaeological Center, Israel, 2006 Previous owner: Documentation at Archaeological Center. Statement seen by Catawiki. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days. Important: For destinations out of Spanish territorry: all our object will be shipped after obtaining CERTIFICATE OF EXPORTATION by Ministry of Culture of Spain. We inform our clients that it may take between 4-8 weeks.