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Lot 102
White satin glass cased over pink and white glass dome and round ruffled base with intermediate clear lamp and candle cup. Issued: c. 1960Dimensions: 5"W x 6.5"HManufacturer: L G Wright Glass CompanyCountry of Origin: United StatesProvenance: Collection of Edward Flower Condition: Age related wear.
Lot 300
Gorgeous floral high relief decorated lamp on a brass base. Stylized cats on the upper part, cobalt blue and brown coloration with rare lavender accents.Doulton backstamp, artists' initials. Artist: Mark MarshallIssued: 1900sDimensions: 16" HManufacturer: Doulton LambethCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear.
Lot 197
Ca. 1100-1200 AD.A pottery oil lamp featuring an elegant cream glaze adorned with alluring splashes of brown, green, and blue. Its domed central chamber, with a flat base and a circular wide opening at the top, embodies a harmonious balance between form and function. From the side, a meticulously crafted long channelled spout gracefully emerges, allowing for precise and controlled pouring of oil. At the rear of the lamp, a trefoil-shaped thumb's rest, complemented by a loop handle below, facilitates a comfortable grip and effortless manoeuvrability. Oil lamps of this type played a vital role as illuminating devices, providing light in both domestic and public spaces. They functioned by filling the central chamber with flammable oil, such as vegetable or animal oils, and placing a wick in. When lit, the wick drew the oil to the flame, creating a steady and adjustable source of light. These oil lamps served practical purposes, offering illumination for daily activities, religious ceremonies, and social gatherings. Moreover, they held symbolic significance, representing enlightenment, spiritual guidance, and the triumph of light over darkness, fostering a sense of tranquillity and contemplation. Size: L:85mm / W:130mm ; 190g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Lot 90
Ca. 100-300 AD.A rare example of a terracotta oil lamp featuring an elongated body with a decorated unpierced handle and central filling hole flanked by vent holes. Six wick holes on the long side and respectively two holes on the shorter sides. Size: L:130mm / W:80mm ; 150g Provenance: Ex WB Collection (1895-1973), Rhineland. In Germany since before 1960.
Lot 163
Ca. 1100-1200 AD.A bronze oil lamp with its form both functional and aesthetically pleasing, featuring a flaring, concave foot that provides stability and balance to the overall composition. The round body of the lamp is adorned with a hinged lid with a bird finial. The rear handle of the lamp, with its perching bird, is an elegant touch that allows for easy transport of the lamp from one place to another. The arched spout with its ivy-leaf-shaped nozzle is yet another testament to the skill and craftsmanship of the maker, as it is both functional and visually pleasing. The lamp's design is a testament to the sophisticated and refined tastes of the Seljuk period. Oil lamps like this one were widely used for both practical and symbolic purposes. They were used to provide light in homes, mosques, and other public spaces, and were often adorned with intricate designs and calligraphy that reflected the religious and cultural values of the time. Cf. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Accession Number: 53.204.2. Size: L:130mm / W:150mm ; 390g Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market since the 1970s.
Lot 164
Ca. 1100-1200 AD.A bronze oil lamp resting on a tall splayed foot ensures both stability and visual appeal, while the hollow oil compartment takes on a graceful rounded shape, culminating in an ivy-leaf-shaped spout, a hallmark of the lamp's exquisite craftsmanship. Further enhancing its allure, the rear of the lamp features a loop handle, carefully shaped to offer a practical means of transportation. The handle and the hinged lid of the oil compartment are both decorated with lovely depiction of a bird. Bronze lamps of this nature held profound cultural significance within the Seljuk milieu. While fulfilling their primary function of illuminating spaces through the burning of oil, these lamps transcended their utilitarian purpose and assumed roles as objects of decoration and emblems of opulence and refinement. Adorning the abodes of the affluent, they became integral to ceremonial events and religious observances, symbolizing the wealth and sophistication of their owners. Cf. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Accession Number: 53.204.2. Size: L:125mm / W:140mm ; 285g Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market since the 1970s.
Lot 103
Ca. 100-200 AD.A moulded pottery oil lamp sitting on a ring base with marker's mark. This oil lamp boasts smooth side walls and a grooved perimeter, which adds a touch of elegance to its design. The small spout and recessed tondo, featuring a relief decoration of Pan playing the flute, demonstrate the artistic intricacy and attention to detail lavished upon this utilitarian object. Oil lamps held significant importance in ancient Roman society, serving as essential household items for illuminating homes and public spaces. They played a pivotal role in daily life, providing light after dusk, facilitating social interactions, and ensuring safety during nighttime activities. Beyond their practical functions, oil lamps were also integral to religious and funerary rituals, symbolizing offerings to deities or serving as accompaniments in burial practices to guide the deceased into the afterlife. Size: L:130mm / W:100mm ; 145g Provenance: Private London collection, pre-2000s.
Lot 66
Ca. 100-300 AD.A terracotta double "frog lamp" comprises unique design of two individual lamps that are intricately joined together, forming a single entity connected by a substantial loop handle. Each lamp exhibits a mirrored configuration, characterized by a rounded body, an elongated nozzle with a rounded spout, and distinct signs of wear on the snoot. Notably, a lateral knob adorns the outer side of each lamp, enhancing its tactile appeal and facilitating ease of handling. The crowning feature of each lamp is a relief-molded depiction of a frog with simplified features, positioned atop the rounded body. In ancient societies, the frog held multifaceted symbolism and associations. It was commonly associated with water, fertility, and rebirth. Its presence on the lamps may have represented an invocation of these concepts, alluding to the transformative powers of water and the cyclical nature of life. Size: L:120mm / W:135mm ; 330g Provenance: Private London collection, pre-2000s.
Lot 89
North Africa, Ca. 300-600 AD.A terracotta oil lamp with a rounded body, mid-length nozzle, lug handle to the rear, and a tondo decorated with a low relief depiction of a kantharos (two-handled wine cup) between filling holes. A complex pattern of tendrils runs along the shoulder, bordering the discus. Remnants of sinter, intact. Size: L:125mm / W:80mm ; 175g Provenance: Ex collection PR, southern Germany, ca. 1970 - mid 1990s.
Lot 195
Ca. 1100-1200 AD.A pottery oil lamp, adorned with a captivating cream glaze embellished with vertical lines of brown and delicate splashes of blue. Its domed central chamber, with a flat base and a circular wide opening at the top, stands as a testament to the functional design principles. A long channeled spout gracefully emerges from the side, allowing for precise and controlled use of oil. Positioned at the rear of the lamp, a trefoil-shaped thumb's rest provides a convenient grip, while a loop handle below facilitates easy handling and transportation. Oil lamps of this type played a crucial role in illuminating both domestic and communal spaces during the Seljuk era. These lamps operated by filling the central vessel with combustible oil, such as olive oil or animal fat, and placing a wick in the spout. When lit, the wick drew the fuel to the flame, creating a steady and adjustable source of illumination. These oil lamps served not only practical purposes but also held symbolic significance in religious and cultural contexts, representing enlightenment, warmth, and spiritual guidance. Size: L:80mm / W:140mm ; 210g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
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