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A Roman Bronze Lamp, 1st/2nd Century A.D.
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- A Roman Bronze Lamp
- Bronze
- Length 4 in. 10.2 cm.
in the form of the head of a sleeping African boy with flaring and voluted nozzle emerging from his open mouth, the hair arranged in three overlapping tiers of striated braids, the filling hole with pelta-shaped swivel lid, two of the three bronze suspension chains attached to the ears and one to the loop handle.
Provenance
J.J. Klejman, New York, acquired before 1974
Sotheby's, New York, June 7th, 2007, no. 54, illus.
Sotheby's, New York, June 7th, 2007, no. 54, illus.
Condition
Good condition. Two out of three rings attaching chains to circular plate not original. Lid is hinged and moves.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.