Section of an Architectural Frieze (one of two pieces)
5th Century
Description
Fragmentary section of an architectural frieze decorated in flat, blocky relief. Stylized foliate garland with twisting leaves and three-petaled florets. Bordered along one long edge by a plain fillet.
Dimensions
15.2 x 12.3 cm (6 x 4 13/16 in.)
Provenance
Unknown, formerly of the Kevorkian Collection. Said to be from Bawit.
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