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Loeschcke Type 4. Mold-made, with ring handle. Plain, concave discus; a single filling hole at center and with a raised circle at edge of discus. On sloping shoulder, a pattern of impressed leaves. Volutes flanking nozzle, with an obscure decorative element between volutes at back. Impressed ring base, and a slightly concave base.
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Title: Terracotta oil lamp
Period: Early Imperial
Date: 1st century BCE–1st century CE
Culture: Roman
Medium: Terracotta
Dimensions: Overall: 1 7/8 x 4 1/2 in. (4.8 x 11.4 cm)
Classification: Terracottas
Credit Line: The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76
Accession Number: 74.51.2064
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