Archaeological Museum of Bologna

This lamp is characterized by a double spout, has a central hole, for the oil placing, surrounded by petals and the handle surmounted by a circle decorated inside by the monogram of Christ. It also preserves, still intact, the suspension system made up of three chains, inserted into three rings seat at the spouts and handle height, connected by a ring from which a chain with final ring allowed to hang the lamp.

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It is part of a late production between 3rd and 4th century AD which reproduces a previous type, widespread during the 1st century AD connected to hellenistic models. The distinctive element is the handle, really elaborate, detailed with christian symbols.

Provenance: University Collection
Datation: 4th - 6th century AD
Material: bronze
Dimensions: heigth cm 9,5; lenght cm 14
Inventory #: 2051