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LOT 1461
Byzantine Terracotta Oil Lamp with Roundel Decoration
HOLY LAND, CIRCA 7TH CENTURY A.D.
3 3/8 in. (83 grams, 96 mm).
The body with roundel decoration in relief, small stub handle to the rear and a triangular spout. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx J. Zadok & Sons, 18, King David Road, Jerusalem, Israel.
From the property of a late Lincolnshire, UK, gentleman; thence by descent.
Accompanied by a certificate of antiquity issued by J. Zadok & Sons.
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LOT 1461
Byzantine Terracotta Oil Lamp with Roundel Decoration
Estimate £50 - 70€58 - 81 (for guidance only)$68 - 95 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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