Islamic Earthenware, Clay, Glaze Oil lamp - 6 cm
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Antique Islamic glazed terracotta oil lamp with turquoise glaze, a single object measuring about 11 cm long and 5–6 cm high, dating to the medieval Islamic period (c. 12th–14th century) and in good condition with signs of ageing.
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Antique Middle Eastern / Islamic Glazed Terracotta Oil Lamp – Turquoise Glaze
Up for sale is a beautiful antique terracotta oil lamp featuring a classic turquoise-blue glaze over an earthy ceramic body. This piece displays a traditional elongated form with a pinched spout, an open central filling reservoir, and a raised loop handle.
The lamp exhibits significant historical character, including glaze weathering, natural degradation, and authentic earthen encrustations from age, giving it an excellent display patina. Please review the high-resolution images provided to evaluate its exact condition.
Historical Context: This style of low-profile, single-spout oil lamp with a vibrant alkaline turquoise glaze was famously produced in prominent medieval Persian pottery centers such as Nishapur and Kashan (modern-day Iran), as well as neighboring regions in Syria and Egypt.
Item Specifics
Type: Oil Lamp
Material: Terracotta / Ceramic
Color: Turquoise Blue / Green & Earth Tones
Region of Origin: Middle East
Era/Date: Medieval Islamic Period, c. 12th–14th Century AD.
Approximate Dimensions:
Length: ~11 cm
Height: ~5 cm to 6 cm to the top of the handle
Condition Report:
Genuine antique condition with widespread glaze loss, surface wear, and heavy earthen deposits consistent with age and burial/excavation origins.
The bottom shows a raw, coarse texture with remaining patina.
No major structural breaks, but please see all photos for a complete 360-degree view of the item's state.
Packaging: Will be packed securely with ample bubble wrap to ensure safe transit.
Antique Middle Eastern / Islamic Glazed Terracotta Oil Lamp – Turquoise Glaze
Up for sale is a beautiful antique terracotta oil lamp featuring a classic turquoise-blue glaze over an earthy ceramic body. This piece displays a traditional elongated form with a pinched spout, an open central filling reservoir, and a raised loop handle.
The lamp exhibits significant historical character, including glaze weathering, natural degradation, and authentic earthen encrustations from age, giving it an excellent display patina. Please review the high-resolution images provided to evaluate its exact condition.
Historical Context: This style of low-profile, single-spout oil lamp with a vibrant alkaline turquoise glaze was famously produced in prominent medieval Persian pottery centers such as Nishapur and Kashan (modern-day Iran), as well as neighboring regions in Syria and Egypt.
Item Specifics
Type: Oil Lamp
Material: Terracotta / Ceramic
Color: Turquoise Blue / Green & Earth Tones
Region of Origin: Middle East
Era/Date: Medieval Islamic Period, c. 12th–14th Century AD.
Approximate Dimensions:
Length: ~11 cm
Height: ~5 cm to 6 cm to the top of the handle
Condition Report:
Genuine antique condition with widespread glaze loss, surface wear, and heavy earthen deposits consistent with age and burial/excavation origins.
The bottom shows a raw, coarse texture with remaining patina.
No major structural breaks, but please see all photos for a complete 360-degree view of the item's state.
Packaging: Will be packed securely with ample bubble wrap to ensure safe transit.
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Islamic
Century/timeframe
ca 1200 -1400 A.D.
Number of objects
1
Material
Clay, Earthenware, Glaze
Country of origin
Europe
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
In working order
Yes
Height
6 cm
Width
11 cm
Depth
3.5 cm
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