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Roman Oil Lamp w/ Aphrodite, Maker's Mark

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Roman Oil Lamp w/ Aphrodite, Maker's Mark

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Description

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Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 2nd to 4th century CE. A mold-formed terracotta oil lamp with a circular base and a planta pedis (maker's mark), gradually-expanding walls, a recessed tondo with a small fill hole, and a projecting wick spout with pointed lateral spikes. Within the tondo is a low relief image of the goddess Aphrodite standing in a flowing himation and playing a stringed lyre. Covered in bright red slip, this is a wonderful example of Roman pottery artistry! Size: 2.7" W x 0.9" H (6.9 cm x 2.3 cm).

Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010

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Condition

Small loss to back of vessel. Minor nicks and abrasions to base, body, relief imagery, and wick spout, with fading to original slip color, and light encrustations. Nice earthen deposits throughout.

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Roman Oil Lamp w/ Aphrodite, Maker's Mark

Name: Roman Oil Lamp w/ Aphrodite, Maker's Mark
SKU: 143234224
Price: 150 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $400

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