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LOT 0807

Roman Terracotta Triple-Spouted Lamp

CIRCA 2ND-1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.

6 in. (209 grams total, 15 cm high including stand).

An oblong vessel with three spouts and palmette reflector handle with pierced lug below to reverse; raised and notched discus; accompanied by a custom-made display stand.

Provenance

From the collection of the German specialist Arno Jumpertz, Leverkusen, Germany, 1924-1984.
Most of the collection was exhibited at Neus museum in 1985.

CONDITION

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LOT 0807

Roman Terracotta Triple-Spouted Lamp

Sold for (Inc. bp): £598

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