Oil lamp
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Abstract
The body of the lamp is shaped like a lentil, with a slight point in front of the nozzle and a circular handle that rises from the opposite side. The handle attaches to the ridge that forms a collar above the fill hole. The handle was attached after the body was thrown. There is no surface decoration. The base is a shallow platform that extends below the body of the lamp, having been carved out of the vessel. Black discoloration on the nozzle indicates that this lamp was used. The nozzle and the handle are not aligned.
Keywords
Ceramic Oil Lamp
Time Period
12-13th centuries CE
Material
Clay
Language
English
Type
InteractiveResource
Dimensions
8.0 x 4.2 cm
Media Type
Oil lamps
Format
Digital 3D model
Discovery Location
Eastern Mediterranean region
Holding Location
University of South Florida. Library. Special Collections Department (LOC)
Physical Collection
Farid Karam Collection of Graeco-Roman Antiquities
Physical Collection ID
R30
Identifier
R30-00047
Notes
citation/reference: Colt Archaeological Institute, Excavations at Nessana. Condition: Very good. Small chip out of the collar behind the nozzle. Color: Tan with beige residue. The 3D model of this object was created under the supervision of Dr. Davide Tanasi.
Recommended Citation
Unknown, "Oil lamp" (2022). Farid Karam M.D. Lebanon Antiquities Collection. 48.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/karam/48
Equipment
Nikon D3400, AF-P Nikon 18-55 mm 1:3.5-5.6G
Capture Technique
Digital Photogrammetry, Agisoft Photoscan Professional 1.4.4
Affiliation
University of South Florida. Department of History (LOC)
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