Oblong Lamp

Medium: Clay

Geograhical Locations:

Dates:30 B.C.E–395 C.E.

Dimensions: 1 15/16 x 6 1/8 x 3 5/8 in. (4.9 x 15.6 x 9.2 cm)

Collections:

Accession Number: 37.1566E

Catalogue Description:
Reddish-brown lamp. The upper surface of the lamp is in the form of a rectangle, with raised border, containing two small air holes flanking a larger orifice of similar nature. From one side of the rectangle a triangular handle projects diagonally upwards and outwards. The upper surface of this handle is decorated with a vegetal pattern. From the two ends of the rectangle project four spouts, two from each end. From the side of the rectangle opposite the handle spring six spouts. On the bottom is a base in the form of a raised rectangular band in the center of the bottom is incised. Condition: Spouts all darkened, Small scratches.

Brooklyn Museum