A provincial Roman terracotta oil lamp. The discus is decorated with two gladiators, possibly a Thraex and murmillo, with helmets and high crests, shields and swords. At the rear of the lamp is a solid handle.
 
Roman Empire: 3rd century AD.
 
Complete and intact; the scene a little worn.
Length 8.8 cms (3.5 ins)
 
Provenance: From an old German collection, 1960's-1970's
 
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