Architectural ElementsCoptic6th century
Pilaster Capital
6th Century
Description
Partial pilaster capital, heavily worn, decorated in relief with stylized, spiny-looking acanthus leaves. Large flower bud with three segments on abacus above central acanthus leaf. A little more than half of capital is preserved.
Dimensions
21 x 30.5 x 17 cm (8 1/4 x 12 x 6 11/16 in.)
Provenance
Unknown, formerly of the Kevorkian Collection. Said to be from Bawit.
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