Interesting Greek/Hellenistic S-Shaped Oil Lamp from the Levant

This pretty and interesting Greek/Hellenistic oil lamp originates from the Levant. It features small marks around the top and nose, which are characteristic of oil lamps from this region and period.

Provenance: Ex. deceased estate in Denmark.

Literature Reference: Rosenthal, Ancient Lamps in the Schloessinger Collection, 1978.

Culture & Date: Hellenistic, Levant, 400 - 200 BC.

Dimensions:

• Height: 2.5 cm
• Length: 8.2 cm
• Width: 5.2 cm

This oil lamp is a representative example of Hellenistic craftsmanship from the Levant, reflecting the typical design elements of the time.