Ancient Roman, Empire Bronze Bronze oil lamp with a human-figure lid. - 11.4 cm

Roman Imperial Bronze Oil Lamp with Human figure lid– 1st to 3rd Century AD A Roman Imperial bronze oil lamp dating to the 1st to 3rd Century AD, featuring an elongated nozzle, rounded reservoir, looped handle, and a figural lid surmounted by a standing human figure. The bronze surface displays a dark brown-green patina with areas of mineral encrustation and age-related surface accretions. The lid is possibly not original to the lamp and may have been associated with it at a later date. Material: Bronze Dimensions: 11.4 cm height Provenance: Acquired in France at an Auction House. We guarantee the authenticity of the pieces, backed by the combined experience of our experts spanning more than 40 years. A Certificate of Authenticity (CoA) will be sent digitally by email. This item has been legally acquired under European Law. Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller . No further tests, such as an analysis of metals(XRF-test) have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.

Estimate:£879.04

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