A Roman Limestone Commemorative Stele for Chreste, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st - 2nd century CE Gods & Goddesses This shell

This shell

collection #CH420

in the shape of an advancing

5 cm)Provenance: Mirtha Virginia de Perea (1929 - 2019) private collection of Costa Rican art

Condition:  A minor chip to one edge that does not detract

A Roman Limestone Commemorative Stele for Chreste, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st - 2nd century CE Gods & Goddesses This shellThis simple stele encapsulates the deep personal loss of a father commemorating his child. Neatly carved from pale limestone, it features a framed two line hand carved inscription in Greek that reads: Translation: To Chreste, daughter of Artemidoros, farewell. The inscription is brief and restrained, yet highly informative. Chreste is identified not through a husbands name, but as the daughter of Artemidoros. This patronymic designation suggests she