Architectural ElementsCoptic5th-6th century
Pilaster Capital
5th-6th Century
Description
Shallow pilaster, heavily worn, decorated in relief with stylized acanthus leaves. Central acanthus leaf extends up and out to form corner volutes which support the abacus. On either side of this, an acanthus leaf curves outward to form the outline of the capital's echinus shape.
Dimensions
20.5 x 34 x 15.5 cm (8 1/16 x 13 3/8 x 6 1/8 in.)
Provenance
Unknown, formerly of the Kevorkian Collection. Said to be from Bawit.
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