Terracotta oil lamp

Unknown

1st century BCE–1st century CE · Terracotta · Greek and Roman Art

Loeschcke Type 4. Mold-made. Shallow discus: a circular frieze of gladiatorial weapons and armor, comprising pairs of swords, helmets, shields, and greaves; single filling hole at center, surrounded by two concentric lines, with a band of lines and grooves toward the edge. Volutes flanking nozzle. Incised base ring, and a broad, flat base. Complete, except for weathering chip in right edge of shoulder.

Artist

Unknown

Date

1st century BCE–1st century CE

Medium

Terracotta

Culture

Roman

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76