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Pilaster Capital

Pilaster Capital

Coptic

Engaged pilaster capital decorated in blocky relief. Central stylized chalice with monogram ΑΝΘΕΜΟΥ flanked by peacocks. The peacocks perch on acanthus leaves that also decorate the space behind their tails. Above the birds is a vine with several attached grape clusters and leaves.

Limestone

Byzantine period, Early

Architectural Elements