Ancient Roman Ceramic - Herodian oil lamp - Judea - 1st century CE - Expertised by M.M. Cohen (No reserve price)
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 330 - € 400
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Rare Herodian oil lamp in ceramic from Judea, dating to the 1st–2nd century CE, 8.4 cm long and 5.6 cm wide, authenticated as original.
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Description from the seller
Rare Herodian ceramic oil lamp.
This type of lamp is characterized by a turned circular reservoir, a large filling hole surrounded by a raised rim, an attached, spatulated nozzle at the end in the shape of an anchor arm.
This type of lamp appeared during the reign of Herod. It was common in Judea, rarer in the north of Palestine and in Transjordan.
Lamp in excellent condition of conservation
Dimensions: length 8.4 cm - width 5.6 cm
Dating: 1st / 2nd century AD
Provenance information: France, Y.P.K. Gallery
Previously: former collection of Mr D.
Lamp examined by Marie Margaux COHEN, French archaeology expert
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained; provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
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All of the seller's items are shipped with insurance equal to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document stating 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 TranslateRare Herodian ceramic oil lamp.
This type of lamp is characterized by a turned circular reservoir, a large filling hole surrounded by a raised rim, an attached, spatulated nozzle at the end in the shape of an anchor arm.
This type of lamp appeared during the reign of Herod. It was common in Judea, rarer in the north of Palestine and in Transjordan.
Lamp in excellent condition of conservation
Dimensions: length 8.4 cm - width 5.6 cm
Dating: 1st / 2nd century AD
Provenance information: France, Y.P.K. Gallery
Previously: former collection of Mr D.
Lamp examined by Marie Margaux COHEN, French archaeology expert
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained; 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 licence, are arranged. (Cultural Property Passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days
All of the seller's items are shipped with insurance equal to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document stating 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.
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Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/timeframe
1er / 2ème siècle après J.-C.
Name of object
- Herodian oil lamp - Judea - 1st century CE - Expertised by M.M. Cohen
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2024
Material
Ceramic
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.
