Late Roman/Early Byzantine Terracotta Oil Lamp - 86 mm (No reserve price)
The Late Roman to Early Byzantine terracotta oil lamp exemplifies the utilitarian yet artistically crafted household objects of the period. Oil lamps were the primary source of indoor lighting, typically fueled by olive oil. Made from terracotta clay, such lamps were molded and fired to create durable vessels with a reservoir and spout for a wick. The 86 mm size suggests a compact lamp convenient for domestic use. These lamps often featured decorative motifs reflecting contemporary religious or cultural themes, bridging classical Roman and early Christian artistic influences typical of the Late Antique period.
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