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Fragment
Egyptian (Coptic)
Late Roman
4th–5th century A.D.
Medium/Technique
Wool and linen, tapestry with eccentric weft
Dimensions
Overall: 13.5 x 23.5 cm (5 5/16 x 9 1/4 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Miss Mildred Kennedy
Accession Number42.409
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionNatural colored linen with a design of two tapestry bands woven in plum colored wool. The design of each band consists of interlaced curving motifs with discs on both sides. Tracery designs inside the bands are in linen. A curving band inside the design is formed by inwoven wool and linen.