Byzantine Terracotta Slipper Oil Lamp with Chevrons

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Holy Land, circa 5th-8th century A.D. Lug handle to the rear, band of herringbone pattern around the filler hole, the nozzle with a sunburst motif flanked by ring-and-dot motifs; low basal ring with a central pellet. Cf. Rosenthal R., Sivan, R., Ancient Lamps in the Schloessinger Collection, Jerusalem, 1978, no.519, p.126, for the type (Elgavish type 56). 60 grams, 93 mm (3 5/8 in.). [No Reserve] Ex Ancient Art Shop, Windsor, UK, 1990s. Ex private West County, UK, collection. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous 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. See our website for more information.

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