Advanced Search 
Christian Funerary Stele with Cross in Wreath
Egyptian
Early Byzantine (Coptic) Period
500–699
Object Place: Esna (Latopolis)
Medium/Technique
Limestone
Dimensions
Height x width x depth (not including mount): 56 x 40 x 7.4 cm (22 1/16 x 15 3/4 x 2 15/16 in.)
Credit Line
Emily Esther Sears Fund
Accession Number04.1846
ClassificationsArchitectural elements – Stele
DescriptionA cross within a wreath occupies the center of this limestone stele. Two of the spaces between the cross arms are filled with flowers while the other two are occupied by branches covered in foliage. A Greek inscription runs around the top of the wreath and also follows the edge of the stele. It reads: "One is God, who helps, Samuel."
InscriptionsEIC ΘEOC O BOHΘOC CAMΥHΛ
Translation: One is God, who helps, Samuel.
Translation: One is God, who helps, Samuel.
ProvenanceSaid to be from Esna. 1903: purchased for the MFA from Mohamed Mohassib, Luxor, Egypt by Albert M. Lythgoe as part of a group (04.1845-04.1848) for £21.
(Accession date: January 1, 1904)
(Accession date: January 1, 1904)