Broneer, Oscar (Theodore) (1894–1992)

Swedish-born US archaeologist who emigrated to the USA in 1913. His study of Corinthian terracotta lamps produced the first systematic typology of ancient terracotta lamps. He is best known for his work at the important Panhellenic Sanctuary of Isthmia, where he found the temple of Poseidon in 1952.

He was born in Backebo, Sweden. His PhD in 1931 was a study of the Roman Odeum at Corinth. He was a professor of archaeology at the American School of Classical Studies in Athens 1940–52, and at the University of Chicago 1949–60. He spent much of his career at Corinth, where he was field director 1952–67. He remained closely connected with the site and its museum until his death in his 98th year.