50. Roman cornice fragment, 1st-2nd century AD
Marble
Dimensions: 25 x 64 x 24.5cm
A projecting triangular cornice section, originally forming part of a building’s entablature. The main face features four decorative registers: the lowest is rough-hewn, followed by a band of egg-and-dart ornamentation....
A projecting triangular cornice section, originally forming part of a building’s entablature. The main face features four decorative registers: the lowest is rough-hewn, followed by a band of egg-and-dart ornamentation. Above this, a single step leads to a row of acanthus leaf carvings, topped by a register of arches. Finally, separated by two steps, the uppermost register displays a lamb’s tongue motif. The sides and back remain rough-hewn, while the lower edge is partially finished and polished. Some small chips and modern losses.
Provenance
Private collection, Spain; acquired in Seville 10th October 1966Galerie Piatti, Paris, France
