BYZANTINE PAINTED STONE PANEL WITH CROSS

Ca. AD 900 - 1100. A rectangular stone panel with a central field enclosed by a moulded border. The decoration consists of an incised cross with flaring arms terminating in circular elements, above a stylised floral ornament with elongated petals. Further circular motifs surround the cross, with geometric and foliate designs above and below. The incised decoration is accented with red and brown pigment. Size: 275mm x 150mm; Weight: 1.56kg Provenance: From a central London private collection; earlier acquired on the UK art market before 2000. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.

Estimate:$1,339.52

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