Inscribed marble plaque

Unknown

2nd–3rd century CE · Marble · Greek and Roman Art

The Greek inscription, although fragmentary, is sufficient to provide enough of the sense and the poetic tone of the epitaph. It records the burial place of a certain Bacchi(o)s who had enjoyed a successful career as either a butcher or a chef.

Artist

Unknown

Date

2nd–3rd century CE

Medium

Marble

Culture

Roman, Cypriot

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76