Terracotta oil lamp

Unknown

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

Loeschcke Type 4. Mold-made. Discus: rosette of four pointed petals with central rib; a single filling hole at center; band of lines and grooves towards edge. Volutes flanking nozzle, with large wick hole. Incised base ring, and uneven, concave base. Intact, but surface chipping on base.

Artist

Unknown

Date

ca. 40–100 CE

Medium

Terracotta

Culture

Roman

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76