Lot 519 A BRONZE ELEPHANT OIL LAMP, HAN DYNASTY (206 BC-220 AD)

Reference: ART10010363

A finely cast elephant-shaped oil lamp .The sculpture depicts a seated elephant with its raised trunk supporting a shallow oil bowl above its head. The surface shows a rich, naturally aged patina with traces of mineral encrustation, characteristic of ancient bronze artifacts. Height: 10 cm
Provenance: Private collection mr. J.K., Switzerland