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Terracotta oil lamp

5th–6th century CE
Not on view
Vessberg Type 19. Mold-made with unpierced, stub handle. Discus: angular rosette; a single, large filling hole at center; a raised band around edge. Shoulder: band of ladder pattern. Raised, off-center base ring, and slightly concave base.

Deep surface chips to left of nozzle on shoulder and on right underside of nozzle.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Terracotta oil lamp
  • Period: Late Imperial or Early Byzantine
  • Date: 5th–6th century CE
  • Culture: Roman
  • Medium: Terracotta
  • Dimensions: Overall: 1 1/4 x 3 7/16 in. (3.2 x 8.7 cm)
  • Classification: Terracottas
  • Credit Line: The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76
  • Object Number: 74.51.1853
  • Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art

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