Ancient Roman Bronze Oil lamp in the shape of a human head with an oversized mouth - extremely rare!

Exceptional anthropomorphic Roman oil lamp in bronze
Imperial Roman oil lamp in the shape of a human head with fine lines.
The beak is elongated, with a curved shape, ending in a large circular mouth forming a disproportionate mouth.
Dating: Roman Empire, 1st/3rd century AD.
Length 11. 2 cm - height 6. 7 cm - Bronze with brown-green patina. Excellent state of conservation - missing handle
A unique and expressive piece!
Information of provenance: France, Galerie S. D. E.
Previous provenance history: Former French private collection

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