Limestone funerary bust, Palmyra, 3rd century AD, 60 x 45 cm.

Sculpture in high and low relief – Limestone funerary reliefs

Material:Rocks/Stones |Type:Sculptures/Relief carving |Countries:Syria

  • Period

    Prehistory to Islamic era (6th millennium BC - 15th century AD)

  • Red List

    Emergency Red List – Syria

Category

Sculpture in high and low relief – Limestone funerary reliefs
Limestone. One or more busts facing the viewer. Women with elaborate headdresses and jewellery. Often with ancient Aramaic or Greek inscriptions next to the head. Average dimensions: 50 x 40 x 15 cm.
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