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Lamp
Nubian
Meroitic Period
270 B.C.–A.D. 320
Findspot: Nubia (Sudan), Meroe, Tomb W 110
Medium/Technique
Bronze
Dimensions
Height (of acanthus) x length: 17.3 x 21 cm (6 13/16 x 8 1/4 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number24.968a-b
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CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsTools and equipment – Lighting devices
DescriptionBase once soldered on, now separate (10/27/2003). Long wick spout. Acanthus guard with ring handle below. Iron rod missing. Bronze suspension hook in form of snake's head.
ProvenanceFindspot Information: From Meroe, Tomb W 110 [Excav. date] Jan. 1922