Phoenician - Oil lamp, cup-shaped bowl with pinched edges - 7th–4th century BCE.
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Phoenician ceramic funnel-shaped oil lamp dating to the VII–IV century BCE, in good condition with no restoration, measuring 9.6 cm long, 8.8 cm wide and 5.8 cm high, provenance Germany (Galerie R.T.B.) with a prior owner acquired in 1974 from the Netherlands.
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Levant ceramic saucer-shaped oil lamp.
Turned, open lamp. Convex base, slightly flattened. Flat rim tending to round off.
This oil lamp is an evolved form of the saucer lamp, appearing in Phoenicia during the Bronze Age. This rare variant features a carrying handle fixed to the rear edge and the base of the lamp.
Perfect condition - no restoration
Dimensions: Length 9.6 cm - Width 8.8 cm - Height 5.8 cm
Provenance: Germany, Galerie R.T.B.
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, 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 TranslateLevant ceramic saucer-shaped oil lamp.
Turned, open lamp. Convex base, slightly flattened. Flat rim tending to round off.
This oil lamp is an evolved form of the saucer lamp, appearing in Phoenicia during the Bronze Age. This rare variant features a carrying handle fixed to the rear edge and the base of the lamp.
Perfect condition - no restoration
Dimensions: Length 9.6 cm - Width 8.8 cm - Height 5.8 cm
Provenance: Germany, Galerie R.T.B.
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance declaration 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 licence, are arranged. (Cultural object passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of his 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 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
Phoenician
Century/timeframe
VIIème / IVème siècle avant J.-C.
Name of object
- Oil lamp, cup-shaped bowl with pinched edges - 7th–4th century BCE.
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
1974
Previous owner - country acquired from
Netherlands
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.
