Roman - Oil Lamp - Charioteer in Biga > Lot No. 731

Description:
Circa 1st-2nd century AD. A handled lamp; on the discus, a charioteer in a biga galloping right, bordered by encircling grooved bands; with an angular volute nozzle.

Measurements:
50 grams, 100 mm.

Condition:
Very fine.

Provenance:
Ex Hornbeam collection.

Estimate: £120 - 180 (EUR 140 - 210; USD 190 - 290)

Auction date: Thursday 9th September 2010 at The Swedenborg Hall 20-21 Bloomsbury Way
London WC1A 2TH

Sold for: £100