Terracotta oil lamp

ca. 40–100 CE
Not on view
Loeschcke Type 4. Mold-made. Discus: eagle, facing front, with wings outstretched, and proper left leg raised; a single small filling hole at bottom right; band of lines and grooves towards edge. Volutes flanking nozzle. Incised base ring, and flat base.

Intact, but some surface chipping.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Terracotta oil lamp
  • Period: Early Imperial
  • Date: ca. 40–100 CE
  • Culture: Roman
  • Medium: Terracotta
  • Dimensions: Length: 3 5/8 in. (9.2 cm)
    Height: 15/16 in. (2.4 cm)
  • Classification: Terracottas
  • Credit Line: The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76
  • Object Number: 74.51.1928
  • Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art

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