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Lamp in shape of a fish

Lamp in shape of a fish
 4th century-6th century

Medium
earthenware
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Purchased, 1893
Reproduction requests
Gallery location
Not on display

Artwork Details

Medium
earthenware
Measurements
8.3 × 25.6 × 4.8 cm
Inscription
moulded: CHR
Accession Number
1025V-D1A
Department
Antiquities
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Purchased, 1893
Reproduction requests
Gallery location
Not on display

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