Architectural ElementsCoptic5th century
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.
Provenance
Unknown, formerly of the Kevorkian Collection. Said to be from Bawit.
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