A Roman ceramic lamp with a boy on a dolphin
A Roman ceramic lamp with a boy on a dolphin, c. 1st - 2nd Century AD. A very nice scene, the dolphin swims to right with a smaller dolphin above and three cuttlefish below and behind. The shoulder is decorated with grape vines, the nozzle is small and round, ring handle at back and on flattened base, maker's signatures double lines. L: 3 7/8 in (9.9cm), D: 2 1/4 in (5.7cm). Ex Dutch private antiquities collection.
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A Roman ceramic lamp with a boy on a dolphin, c. 1st - 2nd Century AD. A very nice scene, the dolphin swims to right with a smaller dolphin above and three cuttlefish below and behind. The shoulder is decorated with grape vines, the nozzle is small and round, ring handle at back and on flattened base, maker's signatures double lines. L: 3 7/8 in (9.9cm), D: 2 1/4 in (5.7cm). Ex Dutch private antiquities collection.
Condition: The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections , the effects of aging, or repair/restoration work. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid, and we will be happy to give you a full overview of the items' condition. All transactions are governed by Ancient Resource LLC's Conditions of Sale.