AN EARLY GREEN-GLAZED POTTERY OIL LAMP Possibly Syria, 8th - 9th century  Of typical shape, with compressed circular body and long rectangular spout, the curved handle surmounted by a leaf-shaped thumb-stopper incised with two birds, the body further incised with drop-shaped medallions containing crosses, 8.5cm x 13.5cm. Provenance: UK private collection since 2008.