Corinthian capital on a flat column—first half of the 16th century.

A Corinthian capital from a flat marble column dating from the first half of the 16th century. It features the typical acanthus leaf ornamentation; the acanthus plant is naturally drawn to sunlight and is often used in Christian architecture as a symbol of resurrection. The capital shows traces of polychromy and is supported by an iron base. Dimensions with base: 30x37, depth: 20 Dimensions without base: 32x26, depth: 7