Architectural ElementsCoptic5th century
Section of an Architectural Frieze
early 5th Century
Description
Section of an architectural frieze decorated in relief with stylized acanthus leaves forming a continuous figure-eight pattern. Vines sprout alongside the acanthus leaves. Vine leaves and grape clusters fill the empty spaces.
Dimensions
31 x 150 cm (12 3/16 x 59 1/16 in.)
Provenance
Unknown, formerly of the Kevorkian Collection. Said to be from Bawit.
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