Greek Satyr Oil Lamp

Handcrafted Replica Hellenistic Oil Lamp – Inspired by an Original from Cyprus

Details

This charming oil lamp is based on an original found by archaeologists in Cyprus, now part of the collections at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Made during the Hellenistic period, the lamp is beautifully decorated with rosettes and a satyr’s head—and we think he is rather fabulous!

Part human and part horse, Satyrs are often associated with Dionysos, the fun-loving god of wine, music, dancing, and revelry.

This lamp is both a beautiful artefact and a functional piece of history, offering a unique way to experience ancient lighting techniques.

Wick & Burning Time

A single wick will provide hours of light when used correctly.

If you would like additional wicks, you can purchase spares here: Lamp Wicks

Materials

White Earthenware

Dimensions

Length: Approx. 90 mm

Production

This museum-quality replica has been entirely handmade in Northumberland by Potted History, inspired by original Hellenistic oil lamps.

• Handcrafted using traditional techniques
• Made from natural clay, using replicas of ancient tools
• Fired using authentic methods, ensuring natural variations in surface colour and texture
• Each piece is unique, just as original ancient pottery would have been

Health & Safety

Before using your lamp, you must read the operating and safety instructions.

• Burn ONLY OLIVE OIL in your lamp.
• DO NOT use modern lamp oil or any other flammable liquids.
• Place the lamp on a stable, non-absorbent, and non-flammable surface, far from any sources of heat.
• Always snuff out the flame—never blow it out, and never use water to extinguish the flame.
• DO NOT attempt to move or pick up your lamp while it is lit.
• Ensure there are no flammable materials above or near the lamp.
• DO NOT leave the lamp unattended while it is lit.
• Keep the wick trimmed very short to ensure a clean, bright flame and reduce the risk of fire.
• This lamp is not a toy—KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
• Use this lamp at your own risk—we cannot take responsibility for accidents or injuries caused by its use.
• Extinguish the lamp by snuffing it out with a metal spoon.

Instructions for Use

1. Adjust the wick so that it does not protrude above the edge of the wick aperture.
2. Fill the lamp with olive oil through the filler hole in the centre. (Allow the wick to soak for 1 hour before lighting for the first time.)
3. Light the lamp.
4. If the flame produces smoke, shorten the wick by gripping it with tweezers through the filler hole and gently turning it round to rewind the wick into the aperture. (Do not adjust while the lamp is lit or the wick is hot.)

Ordering Information

• 'Add to Basket' Items: Ready to ship immediately.
• 'Pre-order' Items: Handmade to order within 90 days (longer for international orders). If your order includes both 'Add to Basket' and 'Pre-order' items, they will be shipped together once all items are ready.

Shipping

• Standard shipping: Sent via second-class postal service.
• Faster delivery: If you require first-class shipping, please contact us for a custom quote.

Bring the warm glow of antiquity into your home – order your replica oil lamp today!