Bronze Oil Lamp from the First Century

A Bronze Oil Lamp from the First Century is an ancient artifact crafted in the shape of a boat. It features a circular base, a lid, and a loop connecting the lid to the lamp's body. Dating back to the first century, it was used for lighting. The lamp was discovered at Qaryat al-Faw Archaeological Site, one of the historically significant locations rich in discoveries. It is located southeast of Wadi ad-Dawasir Governorate in Riyadh Province, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The bronze oil lamp is preserved at the Saudi National Museum in Riyadh. It is one of the artifacts showcased in the Saudi Archeological Masterpieces Through the Ages Exhibition. Its discovery is part of the findings from archaeological surveys and excavations conducted by the antiquities and museums sector in Saudi Arabia over the past years, as well as the discoveries made by Saudi archaeologists and scientific expeditions.

The bronze oil lamp measures 9.5 cm in length and 3.5 cm in width. It reflects one of the design styles of the pre-Islamic era in the Arabian Peninsula, aimed at developing lighting methods. Its boat-shaped design suggests a resemblance to Roman-era lamps from the Levant.