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LOT 1986
Roman Style Terracotta Oil Lamp Collection
20TH CENTURY A.D.
4 - 5 3/8 in. (638 grams total, 10.2-13.7 cm).
Comprising: broad discus and volute scrolls to the nozzle, high-relief profile image of Orpheus with a lyre; similar with two putti embracing; sturdy drum-shaped body and loop handle to the rear, stub nozzle and bull's head motif; slipper-shaped with thick lug handle, ropework shoulders; similar with vine leaves and grapes to the shoulder, loop handle, anchor motif and 'ANNO SANTO' legend; after the antique. [5, No Reserve]
Provenance
Property of a Cambridgeshire, UK, gentleman.
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