Byzantine Pottery Oil Lamp with Christian Inscription Circa 5th-7th century AD TYPE KENNEDY 17 ET 19, HADAD 28, l 4th to 8th century A.D. This pottery oil lamp features a drop-shaped body on a ring base, with a small wick hole and a large filling hole with a circular raised rim. Around the filling hole is a Greek inscription. Such lamps were commonly used for lighting in Byzantine households and may have held symbolic importance in religious rituals or ceremonies. The inscription on this lamp shoulders references the light of Christ, highlighting the lamp's connection to Christian symbolism and spirituality. Dimensions: 30mm x 90mm; Weight: 90g 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.