Three-flame Satyr Oil Lamp in Terracotta
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The Roman three-flame Satyr oil lamp is a terracotta reproduction inspired by ancient Roman lamps of the 1st–2nd centuries AD.
This object represents one of the characteristic artistic forms of everyday Roman life. Oil lamps had both practical and symbolic roles: they lit homes at night and were decorated with mythological motifs such as the Satyr, associated with the cult of Dionysus. They were also used during religious celebrations and rituals.
The three fires symbolize the practical function of the lamp, while the Satyr adds a mythological touch, making this replica a unique collector's piece for those who want a piece of ancient history.
Characteristics
- Material: terracotta, handmade using ancient technique
- Suitable for indoors and outdoors
- Dimensions: 4.92 × 3.54 × 2.36 in (12.5 × 9 × 6 cm)
- Weight: 0.220 kg
- Produced in Italy
Historical Curiosities
In Roman religion, the Satyr is also known as the Faun. He is often imagined as bearded, sometimes with horse’s hooves, devoted to wine and an accomplished flute player.
His depictions can be found in Hellenistic-Roman painting. We remember, for example, the Satyr of the so-called Villa of Cicero in the National Museum of Naples and that of the frieze of the Villa of the Mysteries in Pompeii.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which period is evoked by the three-flame Satyr oil lamp?
It is a terracotta reproduction inspired by Roman lamps of the 1st–2nd centuries AD, described on the page in both their everyday and ritual roles.
Which mythological cult is linked to the Satyr on the lamp?
The description connects the Satyr with the cult of Dionysus and refers to wine, the flute and depictions in Hellenistic-Roman painting.
What are this terracotta reproduction’s dimensions and weight?
The listed dimensions are 4.92 × 3.54 × 2.36 in (12.5 × 9 × 6 cm), and the weight is 0.220 kg. The product is made of terracotta in Italy.