Containers:

Box 278

Extent:

131 items

Scope and content:

Medieval: Mosaics, architecture, architectural fragments, sculptural fragments, frescoes. Post-medieval: Fresco painting.

Object Notes: Dating from Paleo-Christian era in Rome, the church is really a mausoleum erected in the 4th century for Constantine's children (namely his daughter Costanza). It then became the baptistry of S. Agnese and in the 13th century an independent church. Mosaics are a complete series of works of the 4th century. Comprises two separate shipments. First shipment included 16 medieval mosaic prints/negatives and 2 post-medieval fresco painting prints/negatives. Second shipment included 95 medieval architecture, architectural fragments, sculptural fragments, mosaics, and frescoes; and 18 post-medieval fresco painting prints/negatives.

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