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LOT 0535
Greek Terracotta Multi-Spouted Oil Lamp
CIRCA 2ND-1ST CENTURY B.C.
6 1/2 in. (513 grams, 16.6 cm).
An annular oil lamp with three nozzles and a filler hole to the rear, an inked collector's note '423' on the underside. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom an important collection of lamps, Germany, 1970s.
LiteratureCf. Hayes, J.W., Ancient Lamps in the Royal Ontario Museum I, Toronto, 1980, no.44, pl.6, for similar.
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LOT 0535
Greek Terracotta Multi-Spouted Oil Lamp
Estimate £150 - 200€170 - 230 (for guidance only)$200 - 270 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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