Capital

Unknown

late 12th–early 13th century · Marble (Naxian marble from island of Naxos (Greece), hardstone and lead inlay · Medieval Art

The marble used to carve this capital comes from the island of Naxos in Greece, bearing witness to the strong trade connections between southern Italy and Greece. The delicacy of the carving and the extensive drill work are typical of Campania and southern Italy. In a playful note, the volutes at the four corners are transformed into rams’ heads.

Artist

Unknown

Date

late 12th–early 13th century

Medium

Marble (Naxian marble from island of Naxos (Greece), hardstone and lead inlay

Culture

South Italian

Department

Medieval Art

Credit line

Bequest of Anne D. Thomson, 1923