Lamp with the Three Hebrews before Nebuchadnezzar
The scene represents the beginning of the story of the three Hebrews (on the right) who refused the order of King Nebuchadnezzar (seated on the left) to sacrifice to a pagan idol (in the middle) (Daniel 3: 13–18). The image is found on Jewish and Christian lamps.
Inexpensive clay lamps, made from molds, provided light for most people. Religious images used as decoration were thought to offer protection for their owners.
Inexpensive clay lamps, made from molds, provided light for most people. Religious images used as decoration were thought to offer protection for their owners.
Artwork Details
- Title: Lamp with the Three Hebrews before Nebuchadnezzar
- Date: 5th–6th century
- Geography: Made in Tunisia
- Medium: Earthenware; molded
- Dimensions: H. 1 7/8 in. (4.8 cm)
W. 4 5/8 in. (11.7 cm)
D. 2 5/8 in. (6.7 cm) - Classification: Ceramics
- Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1927
- Object Number: 27.94.39
- Curatorial Department: Islamic Art
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