Ancient Egyptian oil lamp
Ancient Egyptian oil lamp. This is another piece from my adoptive archaeologist Grandfathers collection that I inherited. I would assume that this too is also made of clay from the river Nile. it has a very intricate design. It is in perfect condition except for one small hole.
It measures approximately 4 inches in length add 3 inches in width.
Inherited
Yes
Dear Kim,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry. My sincere apologies for the delay with the appraisal.
The presented object appears to be a terracotta 'FROG' type oil lamp. It was made in Egypt, circa 30 BC - 100 AD in the Roman period. Ovoid body with short nozzle and rounded spout. Incised decorations on the bottom and around the central filling hole on the top.
Comparable objects were recently offered and sold on the international auction market.
This piece is in good condition and no severe damage is visible in the images provided.
A fair market estimation would be between 80 to 140 USD.
This estimate is based on actual recent past recorded auction sales of comparable items. Retail "asking prices" can be higher and may vary.
With kind regards,
Gregory
Dear Kim,
Thank you and you are very welcome.
With kind regards,
Gregory
Thanks again for your great appraisal Gregory!