Limestone lamp in the shape of a bull’s head

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5th century BCE · Limestone · Greek and Roman Art

The lamp is in the shape of a bull’s head with small horns, the left one of which is damaged. The hide is indicated by incisions.

Artist

Unknown

Date

5th century BCE

Medium

Limestone

Culture

Cypriot

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76