Oil Lamp

1924.02.0321

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Artifact Identification Oil Lamp   (1924.02.0321)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Furnishings
  2. :
  3. Lighting Equipment
  4. :
  5. Lighting Devices
Artist/Maker Unknown
Geographic Location
Period Roman Empire
Date N/A
Culture Roman

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Length) 9.2 cm
Dimension 2 (Width) 6.6 cm
Dimension 3 (Depth) 3.8 cm
Weight 70 g
Measuring Remarks Under Review
Materials Ceramic--Terracotta
Manufacturing Processes Firing, Cast--Press-Mold

Research Remarks

Description

One of thirteen terracotta lamps. There is a single spout and a handle with a small hole in the center. There are small raised circular markings all along the lamps surface excluding the handle and the base.

Published Description Under Review
Bibliography Under Review

Artifact History

Credit Line/Dedication Baudon Collection
Reproduction No

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