Ancient Roman - Bronze oil lamp - Nubian - 1st–3rd century AD.
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 2,000 - € 2,500
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Roman antique bronze oil lamp in the form of a Nubian head with a articulated tongue, dating to the 1st–3rd century CE, 11.2 cm long and 6.7 cm high with a brown-green patina, in good condition, provenance France via Galerie S.D.E., authentic original.
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Exceptional anthropomorphic Roman bronze oil lamp
Imperial Roman oil lamp in the shape of a Nubian head with fine features, the tongue articulated.
The spout is elongated, with a curved form, ending with a large circular mouth forming an oversized opening.
Dating: Roman Empire, 1st–3rd century AD.
Length 11.2 cm - height 6.7 cm - Bronze with brown-green patina. Good conservation state
A unique and expressive piece!
Provenance information: France, Galerie S.D.E.
Previous provenance history: Former French private collection
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance declaration 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 TranslateExceptional anthropomorphic Roman bronze oil lamp
Imperial Roman oil lamp in the shape of a Nubian head with fine features, the tongue articulated.
The spout is elongated, with a curved form, ending with a large circular mouth forming an oversized opening.
Dating: Roman Empire, 1st–3rd century AD.
Length 11.2 cm - height 6.7 cm - Bronze with brown-green patina. Good conservation state
A unique and expressive piece!
Provenance information: France, Galerie S.D.E.
Previous provenance history: Former French private collection
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance declaration seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will arrange the necessary authorisations, such as an export licence. (Cultural object passport)
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 up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning 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 Roman
Century/timeframe
1er/3ème Siècle après J.-C.
Name of object
- Bronze oil lamp - Nubian - 1st–3rd century AD.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2021
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
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.
