Bronze lampstand

Unknown

late 6th century BCE · Bronze · Greek and Roman Art

As vase-paintings and other representations show, the lampstand was an important piece of equipment in the symposium (drinking party). It held not only the oil lamps but also ladles and strainers.

Artist

Unknown

Date

late 6th century BCE

Medium

Bronze

Culture

Cypriot

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76