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Lamp with the head of an African
Egyptian
Hellenistic Period (Ptolemaic dynasty)–Roman Imp
332 B.C.–A.D. 364
Medium/Technique
Mold-made terracotta
Dimensions
Height x width: 9 x 6.4 cm (3 9/16 x 2 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Bequest of Mrs. Godfrey Peckitt
Accession NumberRES.62.61
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsTools and equipment – Lighting devices
DescriptionLamp in the shape of a head with African facial features. Open at top of head and at mouth. One of twenty-five lamps of various designs.
ProvenanceBequest of Mrs. Godfrey Peckitt. 1962: Accepted by the MFA; 1969: Arrived at the MFA.