Roman Oil Lamp with Erotic Scene

1ST-2ND CENTURY AD

3 3/4" (60 grams, 97 mm).

A moulded terracotta oil lamp with a single nozzle; the discus with a scene of two lovers atop a bed; a border of stylised leaves to the outer rim.

Provenance

Ex R Legge collection (author of 'The Romans in Britain').

CONDITION

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LOT 1181

Roman Oil Lamp with Erotic Scene

Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,170

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