Pilasters

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10th–11th century · Marble (Carrara and Parian marble) · Medieval Art

Derived from ancient sources, like the marble itself, the carved vine, grapes and birds are symbolic of the sacrament of communion. The pilasters were originally part of a choir screen surrounding an altar.

Artist

Unknown

Date

10th–11th century

Medium

Marble (Carrara and Parian marble)

Culture

North Italian

Department

Medieval Art

Credit line

Rogers Fund, 1909