Terracotta oil lamp

Roman, Italian

ca. 90‒140 CE

Not on view

On discus: three sheep grazing.

Artwork Details

Overview

Title: Terracotta oil lamp
Period: Mid Imperial
Date: ca. 90‒140 CE
Culture: Roman, Italian
Medium: Terracotta; mold made
Dimensions: Other: 1 7/8 x 3 x 4 1/16 in. (4.7 x 7.6 x 10.2 cm)
Classification: Terracottas
Credit Line: Purchase, 1927
Object Number: 27.94.11
Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art

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