Panel second half 8th century The most complete surviving example of its kind, this panel most likely comes from a side of a cenotaph. It shows clear similarities to the carved decoration of a group of panels found at the 'Ain alSira cemetery in Egypt. It incorporates decorative elements from both the Late Antique and Sasanian traditions. The geometric motifs derive directly from Roman mosaics, whereas the winglike designs in the arch spandrels are of Sasanian derivation. Listen to experts illuminate this artwork's story Listen Play or pause #6679. Panel from a Cenotaph or Symbolic Coffin with Marquetry decoration Supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies We're sorry, the transcript for this audio track is not available at this time. We are working to make it available as soon as possible.. Panel. second half 8th century. Wood (fig); mosaic with bone and four different types of wood. Attributed to probably Egypt. Wood