Parthian Horse Oil Lamp
1st-2nd century AD. A bronze oil lamp in the form of a horse standing with head bowed and bridle; to the back a rectangular filling hole and hinge to accept a lid; to the front an extended round-section spout with wide nozzle. 595 grams, 23cm (9"). Property of a North London lady; gifted from her father's collection; formerly with a Mayfair gallery, London, UK; previously acquired in the 1980s.
Condition Report: Fine condition; one leg absent.
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1st-2nd century AD. A bronze oil lamp in the form of a horse standing with head bowed and bridle; to the back a rectangular filling hole and hinge to accept a lid; to the front an extended round-section spout with wide nozzle. 595 grams, 23cm (9"). Property of a North London lady; gifted from her father's collection; formerly with a Mayfair gallery, London, UK; previously acquired in the 1980s.
Condition Report: Fine condition; one leg absent.
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