Roman lunar crescent oil lamp by Marcus Novius Iustus

R42

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A moulded pottery oil lamp decorated with a lunar crescent. The base is stamped MNOVIUSTI, the mark of Marcus Novius Iustus who was producing oil lamps circa 120-180 AD.

Culture:
Roman, North African colonies, 2nd Century AD

Size:
10.3 x 7.5 cms

Condition:
A small hole has been restored professionally on the tondo, otherwise intact with surface wear as shown in the photographs

Provenance:
Ex. private collection, Edinburgh, Scotland; acquired mid to late 20th Century

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