657 - Romano-Egyptian Terracotta Toad Oil Lamp. Roman Period, 3rd century A.D. Squat in profile and discoid in plan, with a central perforation on the upper face and a pierced lug handle at the rear; concentric bands of pointill ornament on the upper face and incised rings on the base; nozzle broken; supplied with an old handwritten collector's record slip made from an envelope. 97 grams, 11.3 cm (4 1/2 in.). [No Reserve]

Romano-Egyptian Terracotta Toad Oil Lamp. Roman Period, 3rd century A.D. Squat in profile and discoid in plan, with a central perforation on the upper face and a pierced lug handle at the rear; concentric bands of pointill ornament on the upper face and incised rings on the base; nozzle broken; supplied with an old handwritten collector's record slip made from an envelope. 97 grams, 11.3 cm (4 1/2 in.). [No Reserve] Found Alexandria, Egypt. From the estate of a deceased Sussex private collector since the early 20th century. Accompanied by an old original handwritten information slip. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.