A Medieval Marble Relief of Royal Couple, ca. late 14th century or later Funerary & Religious Equipment the lower register showing Harpokrates

the lower register showing Harpokrates with Hathor cows flanking a lotus

especially to the top right side of the head

Diameter: 2 3/8 inches (6 cm)

and flax were used to bind the whole together

assembed in the 1980s and previously in a private Los Angeles collection

A Medieval Marble Relief of Royal Couple, ca. late 14th century or later Funerary & Religious Equipment the lower register showing HarpokratesMedieval European tombs drew inspiration from earlier Roman and Etruscan sculptural traditions. Some individuals were buried in sarcophagi with effigy lids, similar to Etruscan practices, depicting the deceased as if awaiting their ascent to Heaven. Others featured elaborately decorated tombs, complete with relief panels and freestanding effigy sculptures of the deceased, often surrounded by mourners or entire families kneeling in prayer. Intricate