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Limestone grave stele

2nd–3rd century CE
Not on view
This plain pedimented slab bears an inscription that reads: “Good Athen(ai)os, son of Archiereus, farewell.” It has the same formulaic form as the cylindrical cippi that are very common in Cyprus. The names, however, are unusual and suggest a certain idiosyncrasy, if only in their spelling.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Limestone grave stele
  • Period: Imperial
  • Date: 2nd–3rd century CE
  • Culture: Roman, Cypriot
  • Medium: Limestone
  • Dimensions: Overall: 19 x 12 3/4 x 8 in. (48.3 x 32.4 x 20.3 cm)
  • Classification: Cesnola Inscriptions
  • Credit Line: The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76
  • Object Number: 74.51.2401
  • Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art

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