Fragment, Marble, Roman column
Country
Syria
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Object detail
Description
Grey marble fragment, with deeply carved floral decoration, possibly from a Roman building.
Classification
ARCHAEOLOGY Roman masonry fragment
Measurements
L183mm x W77mm x D65mm
Media/Materials description
Stone
History and use
The personalities and identities of ancient and modern cities are crafted in part by the architectural elements of their public and private buildings. Beyond the practical structural and functional requirements of buildings- to provide safety, shelter and storage- architectural elements of public buildings reflect wealth and prosperity, power, politics, aesthetics, and the belief systems of people. This grey marble fragment, with deeply carved floral motif, may be from a Corinthian capital.
Associated person
Registration number
H5432
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