Bronze Lamp with Inscription
Date28 BC
Place of ManufactureAsia
MediumMaterial: bronze
DimensionsOverall (diameter includes armature piece.): 7.2 x 13.8 cm
ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART
Credit LineFrom the Rev. Dr. James M. Menzies collection, given by his son Arthur R. Menzies
Object number2003.029.024
DescriptionCircular bronze lamp is a shallow dish with three legs with vestigial hoof feet, a flattened handle over one leg and a broken hinged armature on the other side. There is a short pointed appendage at centre in interior. A 19 character cast inscription is on the exterior of the tray that dates the piece.Status
On view
Shiwan Ware
Shiwan Ware
Shiwan Ware
Shiwan Ware