Roman Terracotta Oil Lamp Collection

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1st century B.C.-6th century A.D. Mixed group of eight oil lamps, including one with a triple nozzle and dogs chasing hares on the shoulder, a double-spouted oil lamp with Abundantia holding a cornucopia, one with a bird in profile holding a branch in its beak, and others. Cf. for similar examples Bussière, J. & Lindros Wohl, B., Ancient Lamps in the J. Paul Getty Museum, Malibu, 2017, no.1 (Vessberg type 1); no.156 (Loeschcke III); nos.278-280 (Loeschcke VIII; Bussière form D I 3); no.360 (Loeschcke VIII; Bussière form D X 1a); no.493 (Atlante X; Hayes II A); Brooner, O., Isthmia, volume III, Terracotta Lamps, Princeton, 1977, fig.9 (Type 1); Krogulska, M., ‘Clay lamps from the Temenos of Allat in Palmyra’ in Polish Archaeology in the Mediterranean 28/1, pp.385-422, fig.2. 743 grams total, 5.5-14.8 cm (2 1/8 - 5 3/4 in.). [8] From an important collection of lamps, Germany, 1970s. 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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