Lamp
2nd–1st century B.C.
Discus Iconography: Plain discus.
Description: Moldmade. Ribbon handle with deep median groove, slightly askew. Biconical shallow body. Flat discus surrounded by two ridges separated by a groove. Filling-hole off center. Shoulder with radial bars. Long beveled nozzle with triangular tip. Between wick-hole and discus a floral motif (lotus bud[?]) under three globules. Slightly oval base.
Description: Moldmade. Ribbon handle with deep median groove, slightly askew. Biconical shallow body. Flat discus surrounded by two ridges separated by a groove. Filling-hole off center. Shoulder with radial bars. Long beveled nozzle with triangular tip. Between wick-hole and discus a floral motif (lotus bud[?]) under three globules. Slightly oval base.
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