Lot Essay
For a row of similar plants on the Triplyon at Persepolis, see pl. 179 in Frankfort, The Art and Architecture of the Ancient Orient.
THE PROPERTY OF A LADY
AN ACHAEMENDI BLACK STONE RELEIF FRAGMENT
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AN ACHAEMENDI BLACK STONE RELEIF FRAGMENT
Circa 5th Century B.C.
Carved in high relief with the upper part of a stylized plant, the base of the palmette finial visible, probably from Persepolis
11 3/4in. (30cm.) high
Circa 5th Century B.C.
Carved in high relief with the upper part of a stylized plant, the base of the palmette finial visible, probably from Persepolis
11 3/4in. (30cm.) high