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Description
Description
This Byzantine oil lamp is an artifact that showcases the distinctive craftsmanship of the early Christian period within the Byzantine Empire. It features an elongated body with a prominent spout for holding a wick and a wide central opening for filling oil. The surface of the lamp is adorned with subtle decorative markings, which may have included Christian motifs, reflecting the religious practices of the time. Its weathered patina and signs of use emphasize its age and historical value. Such lamps were integral to both domestic life and religious observance, symbolizing light, faith, and spiritual presence.
Oil lamps like this were essential for illuminating homes, churches, and gathering places during the Byzantine period and served as symbols of divine light in Christian teachings.
Dimensions: 8 X5 cm
Weight: 94.8 grams
Biblical Significance
Oil lamps are frequently mentioned in Christian scripture, symbolizing light, faith, and the presence of God. In the early Christian period, lamps like this would have been used during prayers and services, emphasizing the theme of spiritual enlightenment.
Period and Time
Period and Time
This lamp dates to the Byzantine period, approximately the 4th to 7th centuries AD, a time when the Roman Empire had transitioned to a predominantly Christian state. This period was marked by a flourishing of religious art, architecture, and the spread of Christianity. The Byzantine Empire maintained and adapted Roman traditions, incorporating Christian symbolism into daily life and objects, including oil lamps used in both liturgical and domestic contexts.
Material
Material
Crafted from clay, this oil lamp was produced using traditional molding and firing techniques of the era. Its weathered surface shows natural aging, with mineral deposits and small imperfections that add to its authenticity and historical significance.
