Plaster cast of Corinthian capital with stylised acanthus
- PC/139
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- Mid 19th century-early 20th century
Part of Plaster Casts
The Corinthian order is the most richly carved of all the orders. According to the architectural historian Vitruvius, the column was created by the sculptor Callimachus, probably an Athenian, who drew acanthus leaves growing around a votive basket. Annotated "R. 24D".
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