Geographic Location Unknown, circa 700 CE
Terracotta
3 3/4" in length
Gift of Harvey and Deborah Breverman, 2013.HB.45
Islamic oil lamps do not include human or animal motifs, and instead typically feature geometric and floral motifs. They were most popular between 600-900 CE.
Close up of the back of the lamp, with possible inscription
Pyxis with lid detached
Close up of the top of the vessel
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