Lamp
Artist
Unidentified artist
Datelate third to early fourth century CE
MediumTerracotta
Dimensions4 1/16 x 2 9/16 x 1 11/16 in. (10.3 x 6.5 x 4.3 cm)
Classificationsceramics
Credit LineGift of J. J. Klejman
Object number61.24.2
DescriptionMold-made lamp with two concentric circles in relief articulating the vent opening; two ridges run from circles to handle and to wick opening. Ovoid shapes in relief surround the circles, one resembling a simplified floral motif with five petals. Two smaller ridges articulate connection of wick opening to the concentric circles. A circular motif marks the end of the handle. A trapezoidal shape on the bottom is inscribed within the circular base.On View
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