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Egyptian (Coptic)
Early Islamic
7th–9th century A.D.
Medium/Technique
Wool; tapestry
Dimensions
Height x width (tapestry roundel): 19 x 20 cm (7 1/2 x 7 7/8 in.)
Height x width (as mounted): 30.5 x 30 cm (12 x 11 13/16 in.)
Height x width (as mounted): 30.5 x 30 cm (12 x 11 13/16 in.)
Credit Line
Denman Waldo Ross Collection
Accession Number11.1439
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionCircular medallion made up of several fragments. On a red ground is a stylized plant motif (?) surrounded by birds and plants (?). The border encloses yellow geometric motifs on a green ground. Design is in green, yellow, dark brown wool. Like 11.1428. Mounted on a linen piece.