Accession No
1923.583
Description
Oil lamp of red ware with grey metallic glaze. The external sides are rounded, incorporating nine nozzles that are angled diagonally upwards with circular openings, positioned close together one side, and with gaps on the other to allow for holding. Circular central opening; the internal walls are concave with an internal rim, creating an annular hollow; with a small bowl in the centre with short, rounded sides. Flat, circular base.
Place
Europe; Southern Europe; Greece
Period
?Iron Age
Source
Ransom, William [collector]; Ransom, Francis [donor]
Department
Arch
Reference Numbers
1923.583
Cultural Affliation
Material
Ceramic; Pottery
Local Term
Measurements
115mm
Events
Description (Physical description)
Red ware lamp with grey/black metallic glaze, circular with nine wicks
Event Date
Author: maa
Description (Physical description)
Oil lamp of red ware with grey metallic glaze. The external sides are rounded, incorporating nine nozzles that are angled diagonally upwards with circular openings, positioned close together one side, and with gaps on the other to allow for holding. Circular central opening; the internal walls are concave with an internal rim, creating an annular hollow; with a small bowl in the centre with short, rounded sides. Flat, circular base.
Event Date 7/3/2024
Author: Clare McKenna
FM:49690
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