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Carthage, c.4th - 5th century AD, a finely po...

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Carthage, c.4th - 5th century AD, a finely po...
Carthage, c.4th - 5th century AD, a finely potted dark orange-ware oil lamp with standing Christ in central medallion. Christ stands and wears a long tunic and in his right hand carries a staff topped by a cross. His head is circled by a halo with a cross, two guardian angles fly beside his shoulders. Below on his left is a basilisk, on his right a dragon, and a serpent encircles his lower body. A lion crouches at his feet. The scene is inspired by Psalm 90:13 (Vulgate). " You tread on asp and basilisk, you will trample on a lion and dragon". Flat shoulder decorated with alternating with cross and circular patterns. L: 5.5". A wonderful example. Choice! $1,300