Oil Lamp with Running Animals & Greek Inscription

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Liana Miate
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published on 30 June 2022
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From a workshop in Upper Egypt.

The Greek inscription says "The Holy and Consubstantial Trinity Amen."

4th-5th century CE. Made from clay. (Hellenic Museum, Melbourne, Victoria).

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Liana Miate
Liana is the Social Media Editor for Ancient History Encyclopedia. She holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree with a major in ancient Greece, Rome & Late Antiquity. She is particularly passionate about Rome and Greece, and anything to do with mythology or women.

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