East Asia, China, Han Dynasty, ca. 206 BCE to 220 CE. A dainty leaded bronze oblong casket shaped oil lamp with a lid that opens upward via a hinge. When opened, the lid rests on top of the other top half, a pricket spike set in the center and a spout channel atop the hinge. The ends of the ovoid body and lid contain tabs with piercings for both suspension and securing the lid in place, and a pair of narrow curved feet support the vessel's base. Size: 6" L x 2.5" W x 2.25" H (15.2 cm x 6.4 cm x 5.7 cm)

Provenance: ex-Nancy and Dr. E.F. Simpson collection, Los Angeles, California, USA, acquired from 1970 to 2000

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#172270

Hinge pin is absent, and lid is loose. Surface abrasions commensurate with age, otherwise in good condition. Heavy earthen encrustations on base and mineral deposits throughout with green patina.