Late Roman - early Byzantine bronze lamp filler

4th - 7th century AD

Late Roman - early Byzantine bronze lamp filler
Late Roman - early Byzantine bronze lamp filler
Late Roman - early Byzantine bronze lamp filler
Late Roman - early Byzantine bronze lamp filler
Late Roman - early Byzantine bronze lamp filler
Late Roman - early Byzantine bronze lamp filler
Late Roman - early Byzantine bronze lamp filler
150.00 VAT margin scheme
Article code21-2210
A fine oil lamp filler, cast in bronze. The filler features a hollow stem which made it possible to insert a wooden stick for filling lamps at a higher position. The stem is now attached to a wooden display stand.
The lamp filler has a deep leaf-shaped bowl with a flattened bottom, from which extends a pointed channelled spout.

Length: ± 93,6 mm
Width: ± 70,.5 mm
Height: ± 66,9 mm (excluding wooden base)

Good solid condition, appealing patina with traces of malachite. Attached to a wooden base for display. Rare type. Signs of wear consistent with age and use.
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