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While terracotta was by far the most common material for lamps, bronze examples occur occasionally. They were used by the most affluent, probably for special occasions such as symposia or dedicated in sanctuaries. This piece, which is cast, accommodated two wicks.
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Title: Bronze saucer-shaped lamp
Period: Cypro-Archaic or Cypro-Classical
Date: 6th–5th century BCE
Culture: Cypriot
Medium: Bronze
Dimensions: length 14.3 cm; width 12.5 cm
Classification: Bronzes
Credit Line: The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76
Object Number: 74.51.5650
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