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LOT 0559

Greek Terracotta Oil Lamp

HELLENISTIC, LATE 2ND-1ST CENTURY B.C.

4 1/8 in. (67 grams, 10.4 cm).

Piriform in plan with raised carination around the filler hole and volute nozzle, herringbone band decoration to the shoulder. [No Reserve]

Provenance

From a collection of lamps from a late Scottish gentleman, 1970-1990s.

CONDITION
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LOT 0559

Greek Terracotta Oil Lamp

Sold for (Inc. bp): £91

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