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Lamp

Date

1st century B.C.–4th century A.D.

Medium

Terracotta

Culture

Greek

Department

Implements

Institution

Getty Museum

Description: Moldmade. Ribbon handle with two deep grooves on both upper and lower parts; transverse horizontal band in the shape of two opposed leaves (typical Cnidian decor). Shallow basin with a curved wall. The top of the lamp, including the nozzle, is surrounded by a raised, inward-slanted edge. Central filling-hole with a lip; four small holes to drain spilled oil. Rounded nozzle of medium length; large wick-hole. Raised base-ring.

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