An ancient Roman red-ware lamp with an image of winged Eros, god of love, holding a bouquet in the center.
Ca. 4th century AD.
Length: 4 3/8 in. (11.1 cm).
Terra Sigillata Africana type.
Intact.
A full lamp of this type would burn for two or three hours.
Formerly in an German private collection.
GUARANTEED AUTHENTIC
Roman Red-Ware Lamp: Eros
Inv. # 2356
$400
HIXENBAVGH
ANCIENT ART
