Architectural ElementsCoptic4th-5th century CE
Section of an Architectural Frieze
late 4th-early 5th Century
Description
Section of an architectural frieze, decorated in relief. Acanthus plants on short stems, depicted in a form reminiscent of feather dusters, grow alternately from the top and bottom of the frieze block. The block is bordered along one edge with a plain, narrow fillet.
Dimensions
36 x 89.3 cm (14 3/16 x 35 3/16 in.)
Provenance
Unknown, formerly of the Kevorkian Collection.
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