Architectural ElementsCoptic5th century
Section of an Architectural Frieze (one of two pieces)
5th Century
Description
Section of an architectural frieze decorated in relief. Continuous acanthus scroll in wavy pattern. Foliage, rosettes, and other flowers fill spaces above and below the scroll. Block is bordered along either edge by a plain, narrow fillet.
Dimensions
29 x 53.5 cm (11 7/16 x 21 1/16 in.)
Provenance
Unknown, formerly of the Kevorkian Collection. Said to be from Bawit.
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