Architectural ElementsCoptic5th-6th century
Pilaster Capital
5th-6th Century
Description
Pilaster capital decorated in relief with stylized acanthus leaves separated from each other by a vertical floral garland which splits into branches at its top. Vegetal motif along upper edge of block issues from garlands. Undecorated fillet forms lower border of capital.
Dimensions
24 x 41.5 x 13 cm (9 7/16 x 16 5/16 x 5 1/8 in.)
Provenance
Unknown, formerly of the Kevorkian Collection. Said to be from Bawit.
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