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Column drum
Egyptian
Roman Imperial Period, reign of Claudius
A.D. 41–54
Findspot: Egypt, Koptos (Qift)
Medium/Technique
Painted sandstone
Dimensions
Legacy dimension: H. 44 cm x Diameter 59 cm
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number24.1813
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ClassificationsArchitectural elements – Columns and capitals
DescriptionRaised relief. Sandstone with gesso and traces of red pigment. Two Scenes from same incomplete register of decoration showing (1) Claudius before Horus and a goddess and (2) Claudius before Haroeris and a goddess. Middle portion of figures preserved. Top of crowns missing; legs missing.
ProvenanceFindspot Information: [Excav. date] May-June 1923.