Not currently on display at the V&A

Lamp

15th century-16th century (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

This lamp in the form of a mythical creature is a development of a medieval tradition of casting representations of fabulous creatures in brass. It would have been made to order for a wealthy patron.


Object details

Categories
Object type
Materials and techniques
Brass
Brief description
Brass lamp in the form of a lion, with two burners projecting from its breast, German, 15th - 16th century
Physical description
In the form of a lion, with two burners projecting from its breast.
Dimensions
  • Height: 126mm
  • Length: 227mm
  • Depth: 106mm
Subject depicted
Summary
This lamp in the form of a mythical creature is a development of a medieval tradition of casting representations of fabulous creatures in brass. It would have been made to order for a wealthy patron.
Collection
Accession number
578-1872

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Record createdFebruary 11, 2004
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