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This unglazed lantern has a small opening that allowed the insertion of a lamp, and a handle that made it easier to carry. Its abstract pattern of pierced lines would have cast pleasing shadows when the lamp inside was lit.
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Title: Lantern for a Lamp
Date: 9th–10th century
Geography: Excavated in Iran, Nishapur
Medium: Earthenware; carved decoration, unglazed
Dimensions:
Overall:
H. 9 5/8 in. (24.5 cm)
Diam. 5 7/8 in. (15 cm)
Base:
Diam. 4 1/2 in. (11.5 cm)
Classification: Ceramics
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1939
Object Number: 39.40.87
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