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LOT 0995
Roman Terracotta Oil Lamp
3RD-4TH CENTURY A.D.
2 1/2 in. (50.8 grams, 64 mm).
Discoid in plan and biconvex in section with short flared nozzle; toad detailing to the upper face; inked '184' to base. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx important German collection, 1970s onwards.
LiteratureSee Bussière, J., Lindros Wohl, B., Ancient Lamps in the J. Paul Getty Museum, Malibu, 2017, p.366, for the type.
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LOT 0995
Roman Terracotta Oil Lamp
Estimate £80 - 100€93 - 116 (for guidance only)$108 - 135 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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Opening Bid: £750
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Opening Bid: £5
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