Terracotta oil lamp

Unknown

4th–5th century CE · Terracotta · Greek and Roman Art

Vessberg Type 18. Unpierced handle. Mold-made. Discus: racehorse running left and wearing ornate collar, flanked to either side by herringbone wreath; two filling holes above and below horse. On shoulder, stylized vine tendril with bunches of grapes. On undefined, concave base, star design with indistinct letters (?) between rays. Buff clay. Intact.

Artist

Unknown

Date

4th–5th century CE

Medium

Terracotta

Culture

Roman, Cypriot

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76