Greek Ionic capital, c.5th century BC
Marble
Dimensions: 27 x 70 x 58cm
12044
£ 48,000
Further images
Ionic capital carved in a white marble, with egg-and-dart and acanthus leaf ornamentation between the concave volute scrolls, a square abacus with smooth upper surface. Some chips and abrasions, the...
Ionic capital carved in a white marble, with egg-and-dart and acanthus leaf ornamentation between the concave volute scrolls, a square abacus with smooth upper surface. Some chips and abrasions, the latter touched in in parts.
Provenance
Various sources; Christie, Manson & Woods, London, 29th July 1979
Robin Symes Ltd, London, UK; acquired prior to 2003 and accompanied by letters from the relevant Greek and Italian authorities renouncing any current or future claim over this piece.
