Rare VI/VII century Egyptian Byzantine Coptic stele funeral cross element
Egyptian antiquity early Coptic funeral cross element
€ 695
Ca 6th 7th century CE Egypt
An Egyptian, late Byzantine period early Coptic Christian stele element or funeral cross made of soft stone with traces of white and blue pigment.
In good condition, some normal wear considering the age.
According to the late collectors this piece was bought in Amsterdam at the antique store of Mieke Zilverberg, known Egyptian art specialist.
Dim: 30,3 x12 x 4,5 cm / 1,890 kg
Material:
Stone with pigment
Origin:
Egypt
Era:
6th/7th century
Condition:
Good
Length:
30,3 cm
Height:
4,5 cm
Width:
12 cm