Roman Oil Lamp with Bull Handle
3rd-4th century AD. A bronze oil lamp with broad nozzle and collar-rib, basal ring, raised lip to the filler and lugs for a hinged lid, loop handle with thumb-pad formed as a bull's head. 431 grams, 17.5cm (7"). Ex an important Dutch collection; acquired on the European art market in the 1970s.
Condition Report: Fair condition, nozzle damaged and lid absent.
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3rd-4th century AD. A bronze oil lamp with broad nozzle and collar-rib, basal ring, raised lip to the filler and lugs for a hinged lid, loop handle with thumb-pad formed as a bull's head. 431 grams, 17.5cm (7"). Ex an important Dutch collection; acquired on the European art market in the 1970s.
Condition Report: Fair condition, nozzle damaged and lid absent.
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