Ancient Egyptian - Frog-shaped ceramic oil lamp - 3rd Century
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 280 - € 350
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Description from the seller
Egyptian oil lamp, called the frog lamp "frog lamp"
This lamp is characterized by an oval-shaped reservoir with a biconvex profile, a small basin pierced by a narrow filling hole. It has a beak at the end, slightly rounded, clearly set off from the body of the lamp. Decoration of wheat ears encircling the hole of the reservoir.
Under the base, a wheat ear
Terracotta, Egypt, 3rd/4th century AD
Dimensions: 8.2 cm x 6.7 cm
Perfect state of conservation
Provenance: Germany, D.M.R. gallery
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
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The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are arranged. (Passport for cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of his status if it takes more than a few days
All the seller's items are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning the provenance.
Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
Translated by Google TranslateEgyptian oil lamp, called the frog lamp "frog lamp"
This lamp is characterized by an oval-shaped reservoir with a biconvex profile, a small basin pierced by a narrow filling hole. It has a beak at the end, slightly rounded, clearly set off from the body of the lamp. Decoration of wheat ears encircling the hole of the reservoir.
Under the base, a wheat ear
Terracotta, Egypt, 3rd/4th century AD
Dimensions: 8.2 cm x 6.7 cm
Perfect state of conservation
Provenance: Germany, D.M.R. gallery
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that he is authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are arranged. (Passport for cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of his status if it takes more than a few days
All the seller's items are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning the provenance.
Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Culture
Ancient Egyptian
Century/timeframe
3ème / 4ème siècle après J.-C.
Name of object
- Frog-shaped ceramic oil lamp - 3rd Century
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2026
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
