Red Slip Ware Oil Lamp

North Africa / Tunisia Republic. Male figure wearing helmet & carrying staff.

Used by Romans for artificial light. They were filled by olive oil and carried anywhere from one to a dozen wicks. They often contained molded reliefs of gladiators, mythical characters, animals, or floral patterns.

 
Location: Roman Empire
Circa Date: 2nd - 6th Century A.D.
Dimensions: 5" x 3ΒΌ" x 2"
Price: $1,295.00