Bronze Lamp

Unknownca.205 B.C. - 24 A.D.

Museum of the Western Han Dynasty Mausoleum of the Nanyue King
Guangzhou, China

Two lamps made of bronze are found in the mausoleum. The lamps have three protruding nails to hold wicks. They bear an inscription which indicates their weights.

Details

Title: Bronze Lamp
Creator Nationality: China
Creator Gender: Unknown
Creator Death Place: China
Creator Birth Place: China
Date: ca.205 B.C. - 24 A.D.
Physical Dimensions: h40.9 cm (Complete)
Provenance: Museum of the Western Han Dynasty Mausoleum of the Nanyue King
Type: Metal
External Link: http://www.gznywmuseum.org/
Object type: Lamp
Craftsman: Unknown

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