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An Ancient Terracotta Oil Lamp Filler. 5-8th Century AD. Boot-type with rounded body and short cylindrical neck. handle to rear. From a private collection. 10cm.

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An Ancient Terracotta Oil Lamp Filler. 5-8th Century AD. Boot-type with rounded body and short cylindrical neck. handle to rear. From a private collection. 10cm.

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