ITEM: Oil lamp
MATERIAL: Pottery
CULTURE: Iron Age
PERIOD: 1st millenium B.C
DIMENSIONS: 47 mm x 57 mm x 80 mm
CONDITION: Good condition
PROVENANCE: Ex German private collection,acquired between 1980 - 1990

Comes with Certificate of Authenticity and Export Licence. If you are from outside the European Union, we will have to apply for the export licence again for your country, this takes 4 to 6 weeks and has a cost of 5% of the amount of the sale, this amount will be added to the final invoice.

Iron Age oil lamps provide valuable insights into the daily lives and technological advancements of ancient societies during this period. Unlike earlier ceramic lamps, Iron Age lamps were often crafted from metals such as bronze or iron, reflecting advancements in metallurgy and manufacturing techniques. These lamps served as essential sources of light for domestic, religious, and commercial purposes.

Iron Age oil lamps typically consisted of a shallow bowl or reservoir for holding oil, with one or more spouts or nozzles for wicks. The design of these lamps varied across regions and cultures, with some featuring simple, utilitarian forms while others were more elaborate and decorated with intricate patterns or motifs. Additionally, some lamps included handles or suspension loops for easy carrying or hanging.

The use of oil lamps in the Iron Age provided a convenient and reliable source of illumination, particularly in areas where other lighting methods such as torches or candles were less practical. These lamps played a crucial role in domestic settings, allowing people to extend their activities into the evening hours and providing a sense of warmth and comfort. Moreover, oil lamps were also used in religious ceremonies, funerary rites, and communal gatherings, where they symbolized spiritual enlightenment and divine presence.

Good condition

4.7 x 5.7 x 8 cm