Ancient Greek Terracotta Oil lamp - 3rd century BCE - Authenticated by Antoine Tarantino
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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 Ancient Greek terracotta oil lamp, dating to the 3rd century BC, measures 8.1 × 5.6 cm and has an orange-beige body with red slip, a circular reservoir and a long channel ending in a straight nozzle; it has small chips, no restoration and was examined by Antoine Tarantino.
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Very rare Greek oil lamp in beige-orange ceramic resting on a circular foot.
Round reservoir, band adorned with a circular line, long channel ending in a straight spout.
On the side, a lateral tenon called poucier to allow grasping.
This form foreshadows Roman lamps with a disk from the Republican period.
Terracotta beige-orange, covered with a red engobe.
Ancient Greece, 3rd century BCE.
Dimensions: length 8.1 cm, width 5.6 cm
Good condition, small chips - no restoration
Lamp formerly appraised by Antoine Tarantino, a renowned archaeology expert, member of the European Chamber of Art Experts.
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance declaration seen by Catawiki.
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The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are arranged. (Passport for cultural object)
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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.
Translated by Google TranslateVery rare Greek oil lamp in beige-orange ceramic resting on a circular foot.
Round reservoir, band adorned with a circular line, long channel ending in a straight spout.
On the side, a lateral tenon called poucier to allow grasping.
This form foreshadows Roman lamps with a disk from the Republican period.
Terracotta beige-orange, covered with a red engobe.
Ancient Greece, 3rd century BCE.
Dimensions: length 8.1 cm, width 5.6 cm
Good condition, small chips - no restoration
Lamp formerly appraised by Antoine Tarantino, a renowned archaeology expert, member of the European Chamber of Art Experts.
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, 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 arranged. (Passport for 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 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 Greek
Century/timeframe
3ème/2ème siècle avant J.-C
Name of object
Oil lamp - 3rd century BCE - Authenticated by Antoine Tarantino
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
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.
