Bidspirit auction | BYZANTINE MODEL OF A BASILICA

BYZANTINE MODEL OF A BASILICA OR PALATIUM - Ca. AD 500 - 700. An architectural model in the shape of a two-storey Basilica facade, with an open central bay and flanking colonnades. The lower level has rectangular openings divided by columns, with staircases at each end. Arched openings flank the central bay above, and a larger arch rises from the roofline. The arches are bordered by voussoirs. For similar iconography see: San Vitale, Ravenna, Palatium Giustiniani Size: 220mm x 320mm; Weight: 6kg Provenance: Private London collection; Ex UK art market, 1990s-2010s; Previously in the Hubertus Wald collection, Germany, 1970s-1990s; Ex H. M. Luther Antiques, UK, 1970's.. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.