Ancient Roman Terracotta - Oil lamp in sigillata - Gladiator - 100 BC / 100 AD - Expertised by Jean Sylvain Caillou
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Roman antique sigillata oil lamp with a gladiator motif, in terracotta, dating to the late Augustan–Tiberian period (1st century BCE–1st century CE), in good condition and authentic, acquired in 2025 from a French gallery/antiquaire with provenance France.
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Description from the seller
Roman oil lamp with decorative scene.
Roman oil lamp in beige terra sigillata ceramic. The volute at the knob is strongly marked and the triangular spout shaped like an anvil.
The band is inclined inward, adorned with several relief circles, the basin is deep. The disk is cupped, pierced by a vent. It is adorned with a relief decoration showing a helmeted gladiator holding a scutum.
Dating: from late Augustan to Tiberius, 1st century BCE / 1st century CE.
Dimensions: length 9.8 cm - width 7.1 cm - height 3.4 cm.
Very rare model in perfect condition - no restoration.
Roman Empire, Italy
Provenance: France, Étude P.R.D.
Lamp appraised for the Étude P.R.D. by Jean-Sylvain Caillou, Archaeologist - Doctor in history and civilizations of Antiquity, Expert before the Court of Appeal of Orléans, Researcher at the French Institute of the Near East
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 TranslateRoman oil lamp with decorative scene.
Roman oil lamp in beige terra sigillata ceramic. The volute at the knob is strongly marked and the triangular spout shaped like an anvil.
The band is inclined inward, adorned with several relief circles, the basin is deep. The disk is cupped, pierced by a vent. It is adorned with a relief decoration showing a helmeted gladiator holding a scutum.
Dating: from late Augustan to Tiberius, 1st century BCE / 1st century CE.
Dimensions: length 9.8 cm - width 7.1 cm - height 3.4 cm.
Very rare model in perfect condition - no restoration.
Roman Empire, Italy
Provenance: France, Étude P.R.D.
Lamp appraised for the Étude P.R.D. by Jean-Sylvain Caillou, Archaeologist - Doctor in history and civilizations of Antiquity, Expert before the Court of Appeal of Orléans, Researcher at the French Institute of the Near East
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance declaration 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 license, are organized. (Passport for a cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if it takes more than a few days
All of the seller's items are shipped with insurance up 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 siècle avant / 1er siècle après J.-C.
Name of object
- Oil lamp in sigillata - Gladiator - 100 BC / 100 AD - Expertised by Jean Sylvain Caillou
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Material
Terracotta
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1960
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.
