Roman Oil Lamp Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
Q
What and where not produced
A
Clay / ceramic = continuous source of light
Britain = low number because cost of importing olive oil so high
2
Q
Function (3++)
A
Everyday domestic and commercial
Light arenas and theatres at night
Temples = fixtures and votive offerings = tomb furniture
3
Q
How wicks made (3)
A
Linen
Flax
Papyrus
4
Q
How where they made (3)
A
Handmade
Wheelmade
Using a mould
5
Q
Forms of lamps (2)
A
Early = cocked hat type
Basic, shape with round or oval bodies
6
Q
More elaborate designs (2+)
A
Animals or human body parts = head / feet
Lamps with several nozzles = more light
7
Q
Decorations depend on what
A
Vary enormously = depends on date of manufacture + limits created by shape/ size of lamp
8
Q
What decoration scenes (3+)
A
Any:
Divinities
Animals
Abstract decorations
