
This bronze oil lamp dates back to the Roman Empire, between the 1st and 2nd centuries AD.
It features a unique leaf-shaped handle and two openings: one for pouring oil and the other for placing the wick.
Such lamps were used to illuminate homes and temples, reflecting the craftsmanship and daily life of ancient Rome.
Dimensions:
Length: 12 cm
Diameter: 5 cm
Height: 6.5 cm
by ZenahAntiques
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Pretty boring compared to the Pompeii ones shaped like dicks and feet…