Roman Terracotta Oil Lamp with Luna

Object Description

A Roman terracotta oil lamp featuring a circular concave discuss enriched with the portrait of the goddess Luna. She is depicted facing forward with her hair elegantly styled in a bun. Underneath her bust is a crescent moon slightly encompassing the portrait. A filling hole is visible below the moon. Three concentric grooves frame the imagery. The oil lamp displays a voluted angular-tipped nozzle and a flat base with one incised band.

Date: Circa 1st-2nd century AD

Object History

From an old German collection, 1960’s onwards.

Object Condition

Good condition, some chips to the edges, consistent with age. A few abrassions to the volutes.

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