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LOT 0676

Roman Bronze Oil Lamp

3RD-5TH CENTURY A.D.

2 5/8 in. (106 grams, 67 mm).

With broad sloping shoulder and concave discus with raised circular ridge, central hole; three radiating suspension loops and stub nozzle with flat rim; base with incuse circular grooves.

Provenance

Ex collection Mr.
K.H., Germany, Private collection, acquired in 2012.

Literature

Cf. The Metropolitan Museum, accession number 62.10.2, for a similar lamp hook dated to the 5th century AD.

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LOT 0676

Roman Bronze Oil Lamp

Estimate £400 - 600€460 - 700 (for guidance only)$540 - 810 (for guidance only)

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