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Shell motif lamp
Egyptian
Roman Imperial Period
30 B.C.–A.D 364
Medium/Technique
Pottery (terracotta); mold-made
Dimensions
Height x width x length: 1.8 x 5 x 6.2 cm (11/16 x 1 15/16 x 2 7/1 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Samuel D. Warren
Accession Number94.276
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsTools and equipment – Lighting devices
DescriptionLamp of dark brown clay, nearly square in overall shape; depressed disc with shell decoration in center and a small loop handle.
ProvenanceFrom Menshiyeh. 1894: given to the MFA by Mrs. S.D. Warren.