Ancient Greek lamp
- Inventory number:
- АР-253
- Creation Date:
- 2nd - 1st century BC
- Provenance:
- Lviv Historical Museum
- Size:
- 25 x 3 x 7.3 cm
- Material:
- terracotta
- Type of object:
- Lamp
- Subject:
- Ancient Greece
Round in shape, with part of the handle broken off. On the upper section, there is a relief image of the god Hermes in profile. Next to the image is an opening for pouring oil. The depiction of Hermes is adorned with an ornamental design. On the reverse side of the lamp, there is an inscription in Greek. The image of Hermes on this lamp is symbolic, as according to Greek mythology, he was the one who taught the gods how to create fire.
