Fragment of marble with snake around branch and acanthus leaf (ca. 300 AD)

An antique marble fragment featuring a snake coiled around a branch, with an acanthus leaf below. This fragment, dating from around 300 AD, may originate from a funerary monument, a temple of Asclepius (the Greek god of medicine and healing), or an architectural decoration. The snake likely symbolizes healing or immortality, while the acanthus leaf represents rebirth and strength, common symbols in Greco-Roman art.

Dimensions including stand: H 31 x W 12 x D 12 cm