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Tapestry band
Egyptian (Coptic)
Early Islamic
7th–9th century A.D.
Medium/Technique
Wool tapestry
Dimensions
Overall: 8.5 x 16.5 cm (3 3/8 x 6 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Denman Waldo Ross Collection
Accession Number11.1418
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ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionPink woolen ground on which are two birds with raised tails woven with green, white and pink wool. The tails suggest that these may represent peacocks (?). The border consists of triangles of dark green and pink wool. Design shows Sassanian influence.