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A Rare Egyptian Coptic Oil Lamp
c. 4th-6th Century A.D.

 
Item Number: 8LMCQ
Category: Egyptian
Period: Coptic
Date: c. 4th-6th Century A.D.
Material: Terra Cotta
Length: 5 1/8" (13cm)
Display Stand: Not Applicable
Price: $ 1250 (USD)
Status: Available
Description: Mould-made, orange-tan clay, body decorated with dots and a cross at each side, small sunken discus encircled by a raised groove, nozzle incorporated into the body with some burning marks, a high-ring handle molded with a female portrait.
Condition: Intact and complete. A fine example of Coptic art.

References: The Anawati Collection 'Ancient Lamps from the Mediterranean' catalog 1 by Djuric, Srdjan

 
A Rare Egyptian Coptic Oil Lamp