Field photograph·C01060·1927–28

Tomb 422 at Lapithos Kastros, during excavation

Rectangular pale stone block with a rectangular hollow in its top, lying on loose soil at Tomb 422, Lapithos Kastros
Photograph: John Lindros, Swedish Cyprus Expedition, 1927–28. Medelhavsmuseet, Stockholm, C01060. Public domain (CC0).

Description

A rectangular block of pale, rough-surfaced stone lies on loose gravelly soil, photographed from above. A rectangular hollow is cut into its upper face, and its interior is in shadow. Small stones and loose earth surround the block, and the edges of the stone look weathered.

English, translated from the original record

Tomb 422 at Lapithos Kastros: tomb chamber with stones and objects, during excavation.

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Photographs: Swedish Cyprus Expedition, Medelhavsmuseet, Stockholm (CC0)