Ancient Roman Terracotta Decorated oil lamp - theater masks - stamped "Planta Pedis" - 1st/2nd century AD.
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Roman oil lamp in beige engobe ceramic, decorated with three grotesque theatre masks and stamped in relief with 'Planta Pedis', dating to the 1st–2nd century AD, measuring 9.7 × 7.3 cm, in good condition and original, provenance Germany from Galerie D.M.R.
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Roman oil lamp in ceramic with a beige-orange engobe.
Deep circular reservoir with a fine pour spout, round nozzle, grooved handle pierced by a large hole.
The disk is flat, bounded by a circular rim of rectangular cross-section. It is relief-decorated with three theater masks of grotesque figures with oversized mouths, each different.
Under the base, a recessed stamp "Planta Pedis"
Dimensions: length 9.7 cm - width 7.3 cm
Excellent condition - no restoration
Dating: 1st / 2nd century AD (80/160 AD)
Provenance: Germany, Galerie D.M.R.
Previously: Old private collection
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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 TranslateRoman oil lamp in ceramic with a beige-orange engobe.
Deep circular reservoir with a fine pour spout, round nozzle, grooved handle pierced by a large hole.
The disk is flat, bounded by a circular rim of rectangular cross-section. It is relief-decorated with three theater masks of grotesque figures with oversized mouths, each different.
Under the base, a recessed stamp "Planta Pedis"
Dimensions: length 9.7 cm - width 7.3 cm
Excellent condition - no restoration
Dating: 1st / 2nd century AD (80/160 AD)
Provenance: Germany, Galerie D.M.R.
Previously: Old private collection
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, 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 license, are arranged. (Passport for a cultural object)
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 mentioning 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
Decorated oil lamp - theater masks - stamped "Planta Pedis" - 1st/2nd century AD.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2024
Material
Terracotta
Country acquired from
Germany
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.
