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LOT 0864
Roman Terracotta Oil Lamp with Bearded Philosopher
CIRCA 2ND CENTURY A.D.
4 1/4 in. (98 grams, 10.8 cm).
Comprising a circular body with a short nozzle and a loop handle, the discus with a profile bust of a mature man holding a staff; base with concentric circles. [No Reserve]
Provenance
From the private collection of Mr Brian Edwards, New Malden, Surrey, UK, formed from the late 1970s-early 1980s; thence by descent.
Accompanied by the original collector's data sheet with reference no.A36.
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