Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vesselsca. 1900 B.C.
Oil lamp is a ceramics-vessels created in ca. 1900 B.C. using ceramic measuring 2.09 x 4.65 in. (5.31 x 11.81 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ceramic |
| Dimensions | 2.09 x 4.65 in. (5.31 x 11.81 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Miriam Schaar Schloessinger, 1961 |
| Date | ca. 1900 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Middle Bronze Age period. The estimated date range is 1900 BC.
Geography
Origin: Levant.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Oil lamp?
Oil lamp is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Oil lamp created?
Oil lamp dates to ca. 1900 B.C..
What material is Oil lamp made from?
Oil lamp is crafted from ceramic.
Is Oil lamp in the public domain?
Oil lamp is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026