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Roman style lamp

Artist Roman

Location where collectedFrance

MediumMetal

Dimensions5 3/16 × 4 5/16 in. (13.1 × 11 cm)

ClassificationsFurnishings

Credit LineGift of Minnie Barber

Object number1938.8.1

Description5 pointed lamp of copper or bronze, has extension in back with 2 oblong openings. Roman style open lamp purchased in the south of France.

Round shallow dish with flaring lip, attached to a rectangular stem that has a hook attached at top, probably for hanging. A key-type piece of brass is attached that is broken off at end. Stem has two comb-like protrusions of metal at mid-length, and is stamped with a pattern of crescent moons and stars. Six fine lines incised around inside of dish.

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