Ancient Roman Decorative oil lamp - 1st or 2nd century AD

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Description from the seller

Roman oil lamp in beige ceramic with brown slip.
Circular reservoir, heart-shaped spout, full handle.
The disk is outlined by two relief circles. It is decorated with a seated figure facing an winged figure.
Dimensions: length 10.6 cm - width 7.8 cm
Lamp in good condition - no restoration.
Roman Empire, Italy
Dating: 1st/2nd century AD

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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Roman oil lamp in beige ceramic with brown slip.
Circular reservoir, heart-shaped spout, full handle.
The disk is outlined by two relief circles. It is decorated with a seated figure facing an winged figure.
Dimensions: length 10.6 cm - width 7.8 cm
Lamp in good condition - no restoration.
Roman Empire, Italy
Dating: 1st/2nd century AD

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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Details

Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/ Timeframe
1er/2ème siècle après J.-C.
Name of object
Decorative oil lamp - 1st or 2nd century AD
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
FranceVerified
3927
Objects sold
99.63%
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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.

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