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Acanthus Detail

Description:

A detail of an acanthus leaf, probably located along the eave of the pediment on a temple. The acanthus ornament is often located on the capitals of the Corinthian and Composite orders, and well as friezes and pediments.

Period of Original: Greek

Origin of Original: N/A

Location of the Cast: 20 W. 44 St. New York, NY USA

Provenance: Metropolitan Museum of Art

Condition: The cast has been restored and hangs in ICA’s studio.

Additional Information:

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