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Roman Bronze Oil Lamp Lid Roman Bronze Oil Lamp Lid Roman Bronze Oil Lamp Lid
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LOT 0928

Roman Bronze Oil Lamp Lid

1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.

2 7/8 in. (61 grams, 72 mm).

A domed lid with a loop to the edge; the upper face with intricate hair design showing voluminous, carefully rendered curls.

Provenance

From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s.

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LOT 0928

Roman Bronze Oil Lamp Lid

Sold for (Inc. bp): £156

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