Ancient Roman Oil lamp with decoration - Chariot drawn by two boars - 1st century AD - signature M.NOV.IVSI.
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Roman oil lamp in beige ceramic with a brown engobe, circular reservoir, round spout and full handle, the disc decorated with a man on a bige drawn by two boars, base marked with potter’s mark 'M.NOV.IVSI' and dimensions 10.1 × 7.2 cm, dating 1st–2nd century CE, in good condition with no restorations, provenance France via Galerie/Antiquaire.
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Roman oil lamp in beige ceramic with brown slip.
Circular reservoir, round spout, full handle.
The disk is outlined by two strongly raised circles. The disk is decorated with a man on a chariot drawn by two boars.
The base features a potter's brand.
Dimensions: length 10.1 cm - width 7.2 cm.
Lamp in excellent condition - no restoration.
Roman Empire, Italy
Dating: 1st/2nd century AD
Under the base, a potter's grave "M.NOV.IVSI.", for Marcus Novius Iustus
Provenance information: France, A.A.
Previous provenance history, French private collection.
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, statement of provenance 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.
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Roman oil lamp in beige ceramic with brown slip.
Circular reservoir, round spout, full handle.
The disk is outlined by two strongly raised circles. The disk is decorated with a man on a chariot drawn by two boars.
The base features a potter's brand.
Dimensions: length 10.1 cm - width 7.2 cm.
Lamp in excellent condition - no restoration.
Roman Empire, Italy
Dating: 1st/2nd century AD
Under the base, a potter's grave "M.NOV.IVSI.", for Marcus Novius Iustus
Provenance information: France, A.A.
Previous provenance history, French private collection.
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, statement of provenance seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that he is 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 it takes more than a few days.
All items from the seller are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document stating the origin.
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/2ème siècle après J.-C.
Name of object
Oil lamp with decoration - Chariot drawn by two boars - 1st century AD - signature M.NOV.IVSI.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1990
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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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.
