Ancient Egyptian Egyptian ceramic frog oil lamp - Froglamp
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Egyptian terracotta oil lamp in the shape of a frog, known as Froglamp, dating to the 3rd century CE, in good condition, with provenance from Germany (galerie D.M.R.) and acquired from France in 2025, authentic original.
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Egyptian oil lamp called the frog lamp "frog lamp".
This lamp is characterized by an ovoid reservoir of a bi-convex profile, a small basin pierced by a narrow filling hole. It has a beak at the end, slightly rounded, clearly detaching from the body of the lamp. Decoration of an amphibian on the reservoir.
Terracotta, Egypt, 3rd century CE.
Dimensions: 8.2 cm x 7.3 cm
Good condition
Provenance: Germany, D.M.R. gallery.
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
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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 ovoid reservoir of a bi-convex profile, a small basin pierced by a narrow filling hole. It has a beak at the end, slightly rounded, clearly detaching from the body of the lamp. Decoration of an amphibian on the reservoir.
Terracotta, Egypt, 3rd century CE.
Dimensions: 8.2 cm x 7.3 cm
Good condition
Provenance: Germany, D.M.R. gallery.
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are organized. (Passport for cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days
All seller’s items are shipped with insurance equal to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document noting 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.
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Culture
Ancient Egyptian
Century/timeframe
3ème Siècle après J.-C.
Name of object
Egyptian ceramic frog oil lamp - Froglamp
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1960
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
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.
