Ancient Greek, Hellenistic Pottery Oil Lamp Circa 5th-4th century BC This pottery oil lamp features a relatively tall compartment with a small spout and a stepped-in rim, designed for efficient oil burning. Its raised flat roundel with a pouring hole ensures easy refuelling, making it a practical and essential household item in antiquity. Oil lamps of this type served as essential lighting devices in domestic and public spaces. The method of operation involved filling the lamp's central reservoir with oil through the designated filling hole. A wick, placed in the nozzle, absorbed the oil, enabling it to burn steadily when lit. Dimensions: 50mm x 80mm; weight 100g Provenance: Private UK Ancient Art Collection formerly acquired on the UK, European, and USA Art Markets from pre-2000 Collections. Disclaimer: NO SHIPPING OUTSIDE OF THE EUROPEAN UNION. All items will be shipped from Belgium. The seller guarantees and can prove that the object was obtained legally. The seller was informed by Catawiki that they had to provide the documentation required by the laws and regulations in their country of residence. The seller guarantees and is entitled to sell/export this object. The seller will provide all provenance information known about the object to the buyer. The seller ensures that any necessary permits are/will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer immediately about any delays in obtaining such permits. The seller will not ship outside the EU.