Islamic Ghazni: Marble
Inv. no. IG0044

Bases of columns
IsMEO / IsIAO Italian Archaeological Mission in Afghanistan, 1957
Ghazni area
Arg, Masjid Abu'l-Fath (reused)
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Base of column
Marble
Bas-relief

17th c.

Base of column composed of a truncated pyramid with a square base, developing into polygonal shape. The decoration consists of a polylobated pointed arch carved on each face; the arch is surmounted by a fleur-de-lis. The upper face of the base contains a round hole for inserting a wooden column.

Current location: unknown
Neg. no.: 463/4-5
Digital photos: –
Drawings: –