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Pair of tapestry woven square dress ornaments

Egyptian (Coptic)
4th–7th century A.D.

Medium/Technique Linen and wool tapestry
Dimensions Height x width (a): 8 7/16 x 8 1/4 in. (21.5 x 21 cm)
Credit Line Denman Waldo Ross Collection
Accession Number96.343a-b
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsTextiles

DescriptionDesign shows Byzantine influence. Warp of linen; ground of natural colored linen, with design of dark purple, green, yellow, light bluish-green, and red wool.