Roman Terracotta Oil Lamp Collection

1ST CENTURY B.C.-6TH CENTURY A.D.

2 1/8 - 5 3/4 in. (743 grams total, 5.5-14.8 cm).

Mixed group of eight oil lamps, including one with a triple nozzle and dogs chasing hares on the shoulder, a double-spouted oil lamp with Abundantia holding a cornucopia, one with a bird in profile holding a branch in its beak, and others. [8]

Provenance

From an important collection of lamps, Germany, 1970s.

Literature

Cf. for similar examples Bussière, J. & Lindros Wohl, B., Ancient Lamps in the J. Paul Getty Museum, Malibu, 2017, no.1 (Vessberg type 1); no.156 (Loeschcke III); nos.278-280 (Loeschcke VIII; Bussière form D I 3); no.360 (Loeschcke VIII; Bussière form D X 1a); no.493 (Atlante X; Hayes II A); Brooner, O., Isthmia, volume III, Terracotta Lamps, Princeton, 1977, fig.9 (Type 1); Krogulska, M., ‘Clay lamps from the Temenos of Allat in Palmyra’ in Polish Archaeology in the Mediterranean 28/1, pp.385-422, fig.2.

CONDITION

VETTING:

TimeLine Auctions follows a vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process

AUCTIONS:

TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.

LOT 0582