File:Khalili Collection Islamic Art mtw 1293.1.jpg

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Oil Lamp  wikidata:Q107663719 reasonator:Q107663719
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Oil Lamp
label QS:Len,"Oil Lamp"
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Object type metal artwork Edit this at Wikidata
Description
The flattened spherical cistern is on three faceted legs with hoof-like feet; the ring handle is surmounted by a candle-holder; and the hinged cover is pierced, suggesting that the oil or tallow ... See full description on web site.
Date 12th century AD
Medium copper alloy, piece-cast, with openwork decoration
institution QS:P195,Q63160499
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Place of creation Iran or Anatolia
References https://www.khalilicollections.org/collections/islamic-art/khalili-collection-islamic-art-oil-lamp-mtw1293/ (EnglishEdit this at Wikidata

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Description Oil Lamp
Source Khalili Collections
Author Khalili Collections

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