Lot 2258
Rare Roman Lamp Showing Group Sex. Roman, 2nd century AD. Lamp with ovate nozzle, circular body and rounded fin-like grooved handle. A petal/herringbone border surrounds discus. The scene on discus has two standardized types. At top, the popular man laying on bed, propped up on one arm (or large pillow), with other hand raised to his head, while his female companion squats over him. Below, a youth stands behind a much older (or aged) woman, who kneels on the ground on her elbows. Mark of six-pointed star on base of lamp. Nozzle repaired, a few cracks stabilized, and modest chip to handle, otherwise lamp complete. Lamp shows little wear, with the red slip about 75% intact. Very rare type! BMC --; Pompeii --. Length: 3-3/4". Some cleanable deposits, mostly on lamp's base. A wonderful multi-figure scene.
Estimated Value $750 - 1,000.
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| Realized $1,438 |
