Architectural ElementsCoptic6th century
Two Pieces of a Pilaster Capital
6th Century
Description
Pilaster capital in two pieces, decorated in relief. Stylized, spiny acanthus foliage forms kalathos-shaped elements alternating with rounded tree-of-life-shaped elements. When taken together these form an egg-and-dart motif.
Dimensions
21 x 49 x 17 cm (8 1/4 x 19 5/16 x 6 11/16 in.)
Provenance
Unknown, formerly of the Kevorkian Collection. Said to be from Bawit.
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