Fragment, Marble, Roman
Production date
64 BCE-198 CE
Country
Syria
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Object detail
Description
Portion of Roman marble column. Semi -circular in shape, and roughly broken across the centre, with a smoothed outer surface, without decoration. Marble is grey-white with darker grey veining.
Classification
ARCHAEOLOGY Roman masonry fragment
Production date
64 BCE-198 CE
Production place
Measurements
L165mm x W100mm x D80mm
Media/Materials description
Marble
Signature/Marks
J92
History and use
This is a portion of a marble column. Marble had been used in Greece for centuries, The Romans became greatly impressed by its characteristics and started using it. White marble was particularly valued and used in massive public buildings, including temples, arches, public baths and sculptures. This piece is from the body of the column and does not feature decorative elements.
Associated person
Registration number
E40075
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