Byzantine Terracotta Slipper Oil Lamp with Head of a Goddess
5th-8th century A.D. With a large sub circular filling hole and a narrow channel running towards the nozzle; stylised animal motifs and linear decoration to the body; the integral handle formed as the head of a goddess with rounded face and curly hair; low basal ring from which raised tendrils radiate. 79 grams, 11.6 cm (4 1/2 in.).
Acquired before 1990s/early 2000s. From the family collection of Jack Lyttle (1944-2023), Kilmacolm, Scotland; thence by descent to his granddaughter. Property of an East Sussex, UK, gentleman.
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Price realized | 95 GBP |
Starting price | 5 GBP |
Estimate | 50 GBP |