Hellenistic Oil Lamp With Vine Branches

1st century BC. A terracotta mould-made double convex lamp, triangular in shape, raised ring surrounding the wide-filling hole, symmetrically disposed motifs of vine branches covering the shoulder; three vertical bands separating the elongated nozzle; flat circular base. See Djuric, S., Ancient Lamps from Mediterranean, Toronto, 1995, no. NA-321 p.19 and NA-174 p.20, for the type. 43 grams, 10.8cm (4 1/4"). Property of an Essex gentleman; acquired on the UK art market; previously in a German collection collection formed since 1970. [No Reserve]
Condition Report: Fine condition.