Byzantine Blessed Virgin Mother of God Oil Lamp 600 AD
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Very Rare Ancient Byzantine Oil lamp with Greek Lettering "Light of The Mother of God" This term was widely used by the Byzantines for The Blessed Virgin Mary, mother of the Lord Jesus Christ. Reference: Light and Life, Ancient Christian Oil lamps of the Holy Land, Studium Biblicum Franciscanum Museum, Jerusalem 2001. These lamps where used widely in Christian homes during the period of the fifth and sixth centuries AD (Byzantine Influence). The lamp in the form of a small clay bowl in which oil was burned, was the most common form of domestic lighting from the very earliest of times. As olive oil was plentiful in Palestine, this form of fuel was normally used in these lamps. The wick was usually made of flax. Whilst the shapes of lamps vary from simple bowls to very ornate clay and bronze artworks, this lamp is a quite simple yet exquisite design. Clay lamps are amongst the most prolific pottery vessels found in the archaeological remains. This lamp with its characteristic stylised 8 branch Menora is typical of the oil lamps of the period, the rarity of this particular antiquity is related to the text embossed on the sides, in place of the common palm leaves. Size: 100mm x 67 x 33
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Oil Lamps of the Holy Land by Noam Adler - Softcover
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OIL LAMPS OF THE HOLY LAND By Noam Adler, collection compiled by Stephen Adler. Beautifully illustrated collection of more than 1,000 ancient oil lamps in the Adler Collection of Jerusalem, which is currently featured in a major exhibition at the Bible Lands Museum, Jerusalem. This is a remarkable collection of lamps from 2200 B.C. up to the Crusader Period. Softcover, 180 pages (315mm x 220mm), Printed in Israel, ISBN: 9655551660 - Slight tears on the spine cover and bumping on corners in shipping. Otherwise Brand New. A wonderful reference book for anyone interested in selling or collecting ancient oil lamps. Please note these books are in good condition, but do have the defects indicated above and are discounted by around 30% to clear.
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Ancient Hellenistic (Greek Era) Bronze Oil Lamp 332 BC
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BRONZE OIL LAMP, HELLENISTIC PERIOD 332 – 63 BC. Thy word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path (Psalms 119:105). A lamp such as this might have lit homes during the flower of the Classical age. A metaphor of joy and prosperity, for hope, for life itself, lamps have illuminated the path of civilization for centuries. They have guided great thoughts through the night, stood vigil with lonely passions. In the presence of this simple object, we are in touch directly with a vanished world, with the people once warmed by its glow. Today it remains as an enduring symbol of man’s desire to conquer the darkness
Found: In Judea - The Holy Land.
Condition: Choice and very rare, as found - unrestored, lid missing. Dimensions: Length 105 mm, Width 45 mm, Height 25 mm
Reference: Qedem 8 Monographs of the Institute of Archaeology, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem {Ancient Lamps in the Schloessinger Collection }
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Rare Ancient Byzantine Crusader Oil Lamp 900 - 1300 AD
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Very Rare and Beautiful Ancient Christian Late Byzantine Crusader Oil Lamp 900 - 1300 AD. This is an exquisite example of a rare lamp type. You will notice the unusual height of the lamp at 50mm and the elongated spout total length is 103mm. For comparison please refer to: Oil Lamps of the Holy Land, Noam Adler, 2004 Old City Press Israel. pp 152, cf Lamp 951. Or . Reference: The Knights of the Holyland, The Crusader Kingdom of Jerusalem, The Israel Museum Jerusalem 2001. cf5 pp 262.
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Superb Rare Christian Byzantine Bronze Oil Lamp c500 AD
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Choice and Very Rare solid bronze Christian Byzantine oil lamp from the 6th century A.D. 122mm (long) x 42mm (wide) x 80mm (high)
This is a lovely specimen, found near Jerusalem in the Holy Land. It appears that the lid and handle where damaged in the process of removing the lamp from it's resting place. The restoration is very professional and does not detract from either the value or the beauty of this superb piece. The lamp appears to be based on a Hellenistic style with a large Crucifix and an interesting "clam shell" lid.
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Ancient Oil Lamp circa "Jesus Christ" c 10 AD
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Pre AD 1000 item# 260278 (stock# 11231074)
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This lovely classic Herodian oil lamp is simple and elegant. This is the defining "style" of the period dominated by King Herod "The Great" and his offspring. It has been spun on a potters wheel with the spout added by hand (the artisans hand marks are quite clear). It is a classic design of the Herodian Period (up to 100 AD) and would have, most probably, been in use about the time of the crucifixion of Christ By King Herod.
It is a beautiful example of the ancient artisans work of lamp manufacture.
The obvious signs of hand made ancient pottery add to the beauty of this unique piece. Size: 90mm x 60mm x 25mm Weight: 59.7 g
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Ancient Herodian Oil Lamp 50 BC - 50 AD
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This lovely classic Herodian oil lamp is simple and elegant. This is the defining "style" of the period dominated by King Herod "The Great" and his offspring. It has been spun on a potters wheel with the spout added by hand (the artisans hand marks are quite clear). It is a classic design of the Herodian Period (up to 50AD)
and would have, most probably, been in use about the time of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ By King Herod. It is a beautiful example of the ancient artisans work of lamp manufacture. The obvious signs of hand made ancient pottery add to the beauty of this unique piece. Size:85mm x 60mm x 23mm Weight: 43.9 g
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Ancient Herodian Oil Lamp 50 BC - 50 AD
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Pre AD 1000 item# 260270 (stock# 11231071)
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This lovely oil lamp is decorated with Geometric Motifs. The small knob
at the rear of the lamp would have perhaps been used to carry the lamp, thumb above,
forefinger below. It has been spun on a potters wheel with the spout added by hand
(the artisans hand marks are quite clear). It is a classic design of the Herodian Period (up to 50AD)
and would have, most probably, been in use during the time of the life and subsequent crucifixion of Jesus Christ By King Herod.
It is a beautiful example of the ancient artisans work of lamp manufacture.
The obvious signs of hand made ancient pottery add to the beauty of this unique piece. Size 84mm x 53mm x 22mm Weight: 45.5 g
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Classic Ancient Christian Byzantine Oil Lamp 400-600AD
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Pre AD 1000 item# 260267 (stock# 11231067)
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These lamps where used widely in Christian homes during the period of the fifth and sixth centuries AD (Byzantine Influence).
The lamp in the form of a small clay bowl in which oil was burned, was the most common form of
domestic lighting from the very earliest of times. As olive oil was plentiful in Palestine, this form of fuel
was normally used in these lamps. The wick was usually made of flax. Whilst the shapes of lamps vary
from simple bowls to very ornate clay and bronze artworks, this lamp is a quite simple yet exquisite design.
Clay lamps are amongst the most prolific pottery vessels found in the archaeological remains. This lamp with its characteristic stylised Palm Leaves is typical of the oil lamps of the period. Size:90mm x 52 x 30 Weight: 82.6 g
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