Section of an Architectural Frieze (one of four pieces)
5th Century
Description
Fragmentary architectural frieze decorated in high, flat relief. Stylized acanthus scroll with alternating leaves and seven-petaled rosettes framed by a continuous vine scroll. Plain, narrow fillet, with horizontal incision towards top, forms lower border of block.
Dimensions
H. 15 × W. 38.8 × D. 11.4 cm (5 7/8 × 15 1/4 × 4 1/2 in.)
Provenance
Unknown, formerly of the Kevorkian Collection. Said to be from Bawit.
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