Ancient Islamic Stone Oil Lamp With Geometric Design | Circa 1000 AD

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Formerly held in a private collection in St. Louis, Missouri, United States. Acquired from Christian Fabre Antiques of Montpellier, France. Christian Fabre was an antiquities dealer and specialist in antique arms who operated in Montpellier from 1992 until 2016, offering antique objects and professional expertise in historical weaponry. Subsequently held in a private collection in New York City, New York, United States.

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Ancient Islamic stone oil lamp from the early Islamic period (circa 7th–12th century CE). Hand-carved with geometric incised decoration, open spout for a wick, and natural patina. Reflects early Islamic artistry, domestic and ceremonial use, and cultural emphasis on geometric design and spiritual symbolism.
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Ancient Islamic stone oil lamp with hand-carved geometric motifs, open wick spout, and naturally aged surface patina.
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  • Ancient Islamic stone oil lamp from the early Islamic period (circa 7th–12th century CE). Hand-carved with geometric incised decoration, open spout for a wick, and natural patina. Reflects early Islamic artistry, domestic and ceremonial use, and cultural emphasis on geometric design and spiritual symbolism.
  • Rotating 360-degree video of an early Islamic carved stone oil lamp, showing its geometric decoration, wick spout, stone construction, and aged patina.
  • Early Islamic carved stone oil lamp from the Middle East, circa 7th–12th century CE, with geometric incised decoration.
  • Ancient Islamic stone oil lamp with hand-carved geometric motifs, open wick spout, and naturally aged surface patina.
  • Carved stone oil lamp from the early Islamic world featuring a compact form and symmetrical decorative patterns.
  • Historic Middle Eastern oil lamp in carved stone with incised geometric ornament and a functional wick channel.
  • Early Islamic stone lighting vessel showing centuries-old wear, carved surface decoration, and traditional oil-lamp construction.
  • Ancient carved stone lamp from the Islamic world with geometric detailing and a projecting spout designed for a wick.
  • Islamic period stone oil lamp, circa 7th–12th century CE, with weathered patina and preserved incised motifs.
  • Hand-carved Middle Eastern stone lamp with abstract geometric decoration and an elongated spout for burning oil.
  • Ancient Islamic oil lamp displaying a compact stone body, decorative carving, and age-related surface wear.
  • Early medieval Islamic stone oil lamp with geometric ornamentation, functional wick opening, and historic patina.
Ancient Islamic stone oil lamp from the early Islamic period (circa 7th–12th century CE). Hand-carved with geometric incised decoration, open spout for a wick, and natural patina. Reflects early Islamic artistry, domestic and ceremonial use, and cultural emphasis on geometric design and spiritual symbolism.
Rotating 360-degree video of an early Islamic carved stone oil lamp, showing its geometric decoration, wick spout, stone construction, and aged patina.
Early Islamic carved stone oil lamp from the Middle East, circa 7th–12th century CE, with geometric incised decoration.
Ancient Islamic stone oil lamp with hand-carved geometric motifs, open wick spout, and naturally aged surface patina.
Carved stone oil lamp from the early Islamic world featuring a compact form and symmetrical decorative patterns.
Historic Middle Eastern oil lamp in carved stone with incised geometric ornament and a functional wick channel.
Early Islamic stone lighting vessel showing centuries-old wear, carved surface decoration, and traditional oil-lamp construction.
Ancient carved stone lamp from the Islamic world with geometric detailing and a projecting spout designed for a wick.
Islamic period stone oil lamp, circa 7th–12th century CE, with weathered patina and preserved incised motifs.
Hand-carved Middle Eastern stone lamp with abstract geometric decoration and an elongated spout for burning oil.
Ancient Islamic oil lamp displaying a compact stone body, decorative carving, and age-related surface wear.
Early medieval Islamic stone oil lamp with geometric ornamentation, functional wick opening, and historic patina.
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Ancient Islamic Stone Oil Lamp With Geometric Design | Circa 1000 AD

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Historical Context & Origin

Region: Islamic World (likely Middle East)
Material: Carved stone
Period: Early Islamic period (circa 7th–12th century CE)

Description

This ancient Islamic stone oil lamp is a rare and evocative example of early illumination technology, crafted for both daily use and ceremonial settings. The lamp features an open spout for a wick, accompanied by finely incised geometric decoration—a hallmark of Islamic artistry. These symmetrical motifs, emphasizing balance and infinity, align with Islamic cultural values, where abstract design symbolized the divine.

Features

- Hand-carved stone construction with natural patina from age

- Incised geometric designs, reflecting Islamic decorative traditions

- Open spout designed to hold a wick for burning oil

- Compact, functional form emphasizing both utility and beauty

Cultural Significance

During the Islamic Golden Age, oil lamps were essential for domestic life, prayer, and religious ceremonies. Their presence in homes, mosques, and communal spaces made them indispensable tools of daily existence, while their decorated surfaces elevated them into objects of art. The use of geometric ornamentation reflects the Islamic aesthetic, transforming a utilitarian lamp into a symbol of spiritual contemplation. This lamp represents both the technological ingenuity and cultural refinement of the early Islamic world.

Condition

Good condition, with surface wear consistent with centuries of use and burial. The carved motifs remain clear and well-defined, enhancing its artistic and historical appeal.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Height: 2 in
Length: 6 in
Width: 2 in

Age (Approximate)

825–1,325 years old

Provenance

Formerly held in a private collection in St. Louis, Missouri, United States. Acquired from Christian Fabre Antiques of Montpellier, France. Christian Fabre was an antiquities dealer and specialist in antique arms who operated in Montpellier from 1992 until 2016, offering antique objects and professional expertise in historical weaponry. Subsequently held in a private collection in New York City, New York, United States.

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Description

Historical Context & Origin

Region: Islamic World (likely Middle East)
Material: Carved stone
Period: Early Islamic period (circa 7th–12th century CE)

Description

This ancient Islamic stone oil lamp is a rare and evocative example of early illumination technology, crafted for both daily use and ceremonial settings. The lamp features an open spout for a wick, accompanied by finely incised geometric decoration—a hallmark of Islamic artistry. These symmetrical motifs, emphasizing balance and infinity, align with Islamic cultural values, where abstract design symbolized the divine.

Features

- Hand-carved stone construction with natural patina from age

- Incised geometric designs, reflecting Islamic decorative traditions

- Open spout designed to hold a wick for burning oil

- Compact, functional form emphasizing both utility and beauty

Cultural Significance

During the Islamic Golden Age, oil lamps were essential for domestic life, prayer, and religious ceremonies. Their presence in homes, mosques, and communal spaces made them indispensable tools of daily existence, while their decorated surfaces elevated them into objects of art. The use of geometric ornamentation reflects the Islamic aesthetic, transforming a utilitarian lamp into a symbol of spiritual contemplation. This lamp represents both the technological ingenuity and cultural refinement of the early Islamic world.

Condition

Good condition, with surface wear consistent with centuries of use and burial. The carved motifs remain clear and well-defined, enhancing its artistic and historical appeal.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Height: 2 in
Length: 6 in
Width: 2 in

Age (Approximate)

825–1,325 years old

Provenance

Formerly held in a private collection in St. Louis, Missouri, United States. Acquired from Christian Fabre Antiques of Montpellier, France. Christian Fabre was an antiquities dealer and specialist in antique arms who operated in Montpellier from 1992 until 2016, offering antique objects and professional expertise in historical weaponry. Subsequently held in a private collection in New York City, New York, United States.

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