Ancient Islamic Stone Tortoise Oil Lamp
Ancient Islamic Stone Tortoise Oil Lamp
Item Number: 613
$1,250.00
| Period: | Twelth Century CE |
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| Dimensions: | 4 1/2" x 1 1/2" x 3 3/8" |
| Material: | Schist |
| Condition: | Good - four chips from rim, one in each quadrant, two restored, two not restored. Lovely gloss in the stone. |
| Region: | Islamic |
| Provenance: | Purchased in Teheran by present owner in 1965. |
Description
A rare ancient Islamic stone oil lamp or incense burner from Ghaznevide in the form of a turtle quadruped, carved in grey schist. Detailed mouth and eyes - concentric circles carved around the eyes. Some black painted decoration remaining, especially on the base.