Ancient Greek Terracotta Oil Lamp - 2 cm
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 450 - € 550
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Antigua Grecia terracotta oil lamp, 2 cm high, 4.5 cm wide and 7 cm deep, dating to the 4th–3rd century BCE, in very good condition, authentic and original.
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The seller guarantees that he obtained this piece in accordance with all national and international laws related to the ownership of cultural property. Provenance statement seen by Catawiki. The seller will ensure that any necessary permits, such as an export license, are arranged; he will inform the buyer about the status of it if this takes more than a few days.
The seller guarantees that he obtained this piece in accordance with all national and international laws related to the ownership of cultural property. Provenance statement seen by Catawiki. The seller will ensure that any necessary permits, such as an export license, are arranged; he will inform the buyer about the status of it if this takes more than a few days.
Details
Culture
Ancient Greek
Century/timeframe
4th-3rd Century Bc
Name of object
Oil Lamp
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2026
Material
Terracotta
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Very good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
2 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Width
4.5 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
Depth
7 cm
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.
