Late Roman - Levantine oil lamp adorned with a Byzantine cross - Palestine, 5th century AD. (No reserve price)
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Levantine ceramic oil lamp ornamented with a Byzantine cross, dating to the 5th century AD, in good condition, dimensions 8.1 cm long by 5.7 cm wide, provenance Germany and Palestine, authentic original.
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Description from the seller
Rare Levantine ceramic oil lamp. Lamp with a drop-shaped base, an ovate or piriform body, a biconical profile, a large filling hole. The band is adorned with oblique strokes and a cross with flared arms. Lamp in good condition of preservation—wears from time. Dimensions: length 8.1 cm - width 5.7 cm. Palestine, 5th century.
Provenance information: Germany, R.T.B. Gallery. Previously: old German collection from northern Germany.
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 license, are organized. (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 objects are shipped with insurance equal to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document noting 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 Levantine ceramic oil lamp. Lamp with a drop-shaped base, an ovate or piriform body, a biconical profile, a large filling hole. The band is adorned with oblique strokes and a cross with flared arms. Lamp in good condition of preservation—wears from time. Dimensions: length 8.1 cm - width 5.7 cm. Palestine, 5th century.
Provenance information: Germany, R.T.B. Gallery. Previously: old German collection from northern Germany.
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 license, are organized. (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 objects are shipped with insurance equal to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document noting 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
Late Roman
Century/timeframe
5ème siècle après J.-C.
Name of object
- Levantine oil lamp adorned with a Byzantine cross - Palestine, 5th century AD.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
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.
