The Roman Discus Oil lamps are dated to the 1st-3rd centuries CE. They are mould made with various scenes depicted on the top such as; floral patterns, mythical scenes, erotic scenes ect.
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Discus Oil lamp Mould made Portraying the head of Silenos, companion of Bacchus, Roman god of wine Dated: 1st - 2nd cent. CE Length: 8.5 cm. Discus Oil lamp Mould made Portraying a musician dancing Dated: 1st - 2nd cent. CE Length: 8.3 cm. | Discus Oil lamp Mould made Portraying a bull Dated: 2nd - 3rd cent. CE Length: 8.5 cm. Discus Oil lamp Mould made Portraying Pan coupling with a goat Dated: 1st-2nd cent. CE Length: 8.5 cm. |