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Lamp

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Date: 1st century B.C.–4th century A.D.
Medium: Terracotta
Culture: Roman
Department: Implements
Institution: Getty Museum

Description: Moldmade. Grooved ring handle on top for suspension. Nude youth (Cupid[?]) gracefully leaning against a tall support with what seems to be a fountain at the bottom; his right hand holds a jug; a sling across his chest might belong to a quiver; broad bandeau on his head, and mantle(?) falling behind him. Filling-hole at the back of the artifact. Wick-hole in the bowl of the fountain.

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