Fragment of an Oil Lamp
mid 14th century
Syrian
Enamel and gilding on brownish glass
This fragment of a 14th century devotional oil lamp bears an inscription from the Qur'an. The words are formed from enameled letters decorating its flare and rim. They are taken from Sura 9, verse 18, celebrating the true believer's all encompassing commitment to God.
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