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Section of an Architectural Frieze

Section of an Architectural Frieze

Coptic

Section of an architectural frieze, decorated in relief. Acanthus plants on short stems, depicted in a form reminiscent of feather dusters, grow alternately from the top and bottom of the frieze block. The block is bordered along one edge with a plain, narrow fillet.

Limestone

Byzantine period

Architectural Elements