Fragment, Marble, Roman column
Object detail
Description
Coarse grained white marble with deeply incised decoration on one face, possibly representing Acanthus leaves. Possibly from a Roman Corinthian column or pilaster.
Classification
ARCHAEOLOGY Roman masonry fragment
Measurements
L145mm x W143mm x D68mm
Media/Materials description
Marble
Signature/Marks
J95
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 fragment may have been part of a Corinthian capital.
Associated person
Registration number
H5427.2
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