Description
A mold-made shield-shaped oil lamp of the Beit Nattif type, its shoulder decorated in relief with a central menorah flanked by scrolling floral ornament, bordered by raised dot-and-ring decoration and a row of small perforations along the top edge — a hallmark of this Judean-produced type. The filling hole sits within concentric molded rings, with a small lug handle below. The menorah motif reflects the type’s strong association with Jewish communities in Roman-period Judaea, making these lamps an important class of material evidence for Jewish domestic and religious life in the centuries following the Temple’s destruction.
REFERENCE #
OL-JD-1001
CIVILIZATION
Roman Judea. ca. 3rd century AD – 5th century AD
SIZE
L. 12 cm, W. 8 cm
CONDITION
Excellent condition
PRICE
3500
PROVENANCE
Jerusalem Private Collection
Frequently Asked Questions
The Beit Nattif type oil lamp is a mold-made, shield-shaped lamp produced in Roman-period Judaea, characterized by its shoulder decorated with a central menorah flanked by scrolling floral ornament and bordered by raised dot-and-ring decoration. It often features a row of small perforations along the top edge and a filling hole within concentric molded rings.
The menorah motif on the lamp reflects its strong association with Jewish communities in Roman-period Judaea. This design element makes these lamps important material evidence for understanding Jewish domestic and religious life after the destruction of the Temple.
This oil lamp dates from the Roman Judea period, approximately the 3rd to 5th centuries AD, a time following the destruction of the Jewish Temple.
The lamp measures 12 cm in length and 8 cm in width. It is noted to be in excellent condition, preserving its detailed decorations and structural integrity.
This particular lamp comes from a private collection in Jerusalem, indicating its origin and historical context within the region of Roman Judea.
The oil lamp is priced at 3500, reflecting its historical significance, condition, and provenance as a rare artifact from Roman-period Judaea.
