Oblong Lamp
Egyptian, Classical, Ancient Near Eastern Art
MEDIUM
Clay
DATES
30 B.C.E–395 C.E.
PERIOD
Roman Period (probably)
DIMENSIONS
1 15/16 x 6 1/8 x 3 5/8 in. (4.9 x 15.6 x 9.2 cm)
ACCESSION NUMBER
37.1566E
CREDIT LINE
Charles Edwin Wilbour Fund
CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION
Reddish-brown lamp. The upper surface of the lamp is in the form of a rectangle, with raised border, containing two small air holes flanking a larger orifice of similar nature. From one side of the rectangle a triangular handle projects diagonally upwards and outwards. The upper surface of this handle is decorated with a vegetal pattern. From the two ends of the rectangle project four spouts, two from each end. From the side of the rectangle opposite the handle spring six spouts. On the bottom is a base in the form of a raised rectangular band in the center of the bottom is incised.
Condition: Spouts all darkened, Small scratches.
MUSEUM LOCATION
This item is not on view
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