Description:

Late Roman or early Byzantine Empire, ca. 400 to 800 CE. A diminutive leaded-bronze oil lamp filler cast into a deep and rounded bowl that rests on 3 petite knobbed feet. From the rim is an elongated and slightly downcurved channel spout and 3 lateral lug handles- the largest shaped like a stylized bird. This style of lamp filler poured the oil into polycandelion or chandelier lighting, and this example is well preserved with a dark patina. Size: 3.125" L x 2" W x 0.8" H (7.9 cm x 5.1 cm x 2 cm)

Provenance: Whisnant Gallery, New Orleans, Louisiana, USA acquired prior to 2000

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#169657

  • Condition: Minor nicks and surface abrasions, otherwise intact and very good. Dark, mottled green patina and mineral deposits throughout.

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