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LOT 0729
Roman Terracotta Oil Lamp with the Goddess Diana
CIRCA 1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
3 3/4 in. (58.5 grams, 95 mm).
Round body with volute nozzle, narrow shoulder, discus with low-relief image of Diana shooting her bow. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of Mr Brian Edwards, New Malden, Surrey, UK, formed from the late 1970s-early 1980s; thence by descent.
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Roman Terracotta Oil Lamp with the Goddess Diana
Circa 1st-2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £260
Round body with volute nozzle, narrow shoulder, discus with low-relief image of Diana shooting her bow. 58.5 grams, 95 mm
From the private collection of Mr Brian Edwards, New Malden, Surrey, UK, formed from the late 1970s-early 1980s; thence by descent. -
Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Victory
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £39
With intaglio Victory standing with shield and spear, victoriola on her extended hand; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.39 grams, 13.86 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Eastern Roman Silver Ring with Four Bezels
Circa 3rd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £143
Of a carinated section with four radiating ellipsoid plaques; incised hatchings to the hoop and plaques. 12.77 grams, 28.71 mm overall, 20.85 mm internal diameter (approximate size British V, USA 10 1/2, Europe 23.77, Japan 22)
From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s.
