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LOT 0817

Late Roman Terracotta Slipper Oil Lamp

CIRCA 4TH-6TH CENTURY A.D.

2 7/8 in. (55.6 grams, 73 mm).

Teardrop-shaped in plan with ribbed shoulder and small nozzle, basal ring. [No Reserve]

Provenance

From a Dunmow, UK, collection; formed from 1970.

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LOT 0817

Late Roman Terracotta Slipper Oil Lamp

Sold for (Inc. bp): £98

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