Roman Terracotta Oil Lamp with Fighting Gladiators

拍品描述

2nd century A.D. Broad and squat with short stub nozzle, concentric rings to the base, row of impressed annulets to the shoulder, discus with central filler hole; low-relief scene of two murmillo gladiators in combat. Cf. similar in the Metropolitan Museum of Art under Object Number: 74.51.2022. 62 grams, 82 mm (3 1/4 in.). From a German private collection, 1980s. Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman. 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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