Ancient Egypt, Greco–Roman Period Terracotta Frog Oil lamp (No reserve price)
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€ 55
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 330 - € 400
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This original terracotta frog oil lamp from the Greco-Roman period dates to the 2nd–3rd century AD and is reported to have been found at Heddernheim, north of Frankfurt; it measures approximately 8 × 7 × 2.5 cm.
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Description from the seller
Up for auction is a beautiful ancient Roman oil lamp from a find in Heddernheim, north of Frankfurt. Found at the rear castellum behind the Limes. I bought a small collection from a collector, which I am now selling here on Catawiki.
A wonderful original piece.
Dimensions: approx. 8 x 7 x 2.5 cm
The condition can be seen 1:1 in the photos. Everything is very clearly visible.
100% original.
Up for auction is a beautiful ancient Roman oil lamp from a find in Heddernheim, north of Frankfurt. Found at the rear castellum behind the Limes. I bought a small collection from a collector, which I am now selling here on Catawiki.
A wonderful original piece.
Dimensions: approx. 8 x 7 x 2.5 cm
The condition can be seen 1:1 in the photos. Everything is very clearly visible.
100% original.
Details
Culture
Ancient Egypt, Greco–Roman Period
Century/timeframe
2nd - 3rd Century A.D
Name of object
Frog Oil lamp
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2026
Material
Terracotta
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Inherited
Previous owner - year acquired
1950
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.
