Terracotta oil lamp

Unknown

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

Loeschcke Type 4. Mold-made. Discus: rosette pattern of nineteen relief petals radiating from a central filling hole, with a narrow band of concentric lines and a groove towards edge. Volutes flanking nozzle. Within incised base ring, slightly uneven base, with a large letter or numeral in relief across center: X. Intact, except for a small chip on edge of shoulder at back.

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