Ancient Roman, Empire Bronze Lucerna - 11.4 cm
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Roman bronze oil lamp (Lucerna) dating to the 1st–4th century AD, in good condition, 11.4 × 6.7 × 4.4 cm and 156.7 g, with a rounded reservoir, elongated nozzle and ornate loop handle; provenance includes acquisition in 2026 from Casa de subastas in France and former German private collection, authenticity Original, CoA emailed.
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Roman Bronze Oil Lamp – 1st–4th Century AD
An elegant Roman cast bronze oil lamp featuring a rounded reservoir, elongated nozzle and an ornate loop handle. The lamp retains an attractive dark olive-green archaeological patina developed over centuries. The removable lid is surmounted by a small standing human figure, a decorative element commonly found on high-quality Roman bronze lamps. Although the figurative finial is ancient, it is highly probable that the lid belongs to another Roman lamp, as slight differences in fit and manufacture suggest it was paired with this example at a later date. Despite this, both components appear to be authentic Roman bronze pieces and display consistent age and patination.
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: 11.4 × 6.7 × 4.4 cm
Weight: 156.7 g
Provenance: Acquired in France. Former German private collection assembled during the 1980s.
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Roman Bronze Oil Lamp – 1st–4th Century AD
An elegant Roman cast bronze oil lamp featuring a rounded reservoir, elongated nozzle and an ornate loop handle. The lamp retains an attractive dark olive-green archaeological patina developed over centuries. The removable lid is surmounted by a small standing human figure, a decorative element commonly found on high-quality Roman bronze lamps. Although the figurative finial is ancient, it is highly probable that the lid belongs to another Roman lamp, as slight differences in fit and manufacture suggest it was paired with this example at a later date. Despite this, both components appear to be authentic Roman bronze pieces and display consistent age and patination.
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: 11.4 × 6.7 × 4.4 cm
Weight: 156.7 g
Provenance: Acquired in France. Former German private collection assembled during the 1980s.
All items come with CoA sent to your email address.
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman, Empire
Century/timeframe
1st to 4th Century AD
Name of object
Lucerna
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2026
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
11.4 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Width
6.7 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
Depth
4.4 cm
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Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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