Terracotta oil lamp

Unknown

ca. 40–100 CE · Terracotta · Greek and Roman Art

Loeschcke Type 4. Mold-made. Discus: an array of gladiator's weapons, comprising a curved sword, crested helmet with cheek pieces, and shield; a single filling hole towards bottom, and a band of lines and grooves towards edge. Incised base ring, and an uneven hollow base. Intact.

Artist

Unknown

Date

ca. 40–100 CE

Medium

Terracotta

Culture

Roman, Cypriot

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76