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Spiral frieze

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

A continuous sculptural band that spirals around a monument, as seen on the Column of Trajan, used to depict sequential narrative scenes.

AP course connection

Topic 2.1: 2.1 Cultural Contexts of Ancient Mediterranean Art

Unit 2

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