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Tapestry fragment

Egyptian (Coptic)
Early Islamic
7th–8th century A.D.

Medium/Technique Linen and wool; tapestry
Dimensions Height x width: 10 1/16 x 4 1/8 in. (25.5 x 10.5 cm)
Credit Line Denman Waldo Ross Collection
Accession Number10.132
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ClassificationsTextiles

DescriptionPinkish red woolen ground in which are woven circles enclosing human figures framed by arches (?). Triangular motifs bracket the areas between the circles, sewn onto a linen fabric. The design is of green, light and dark blue, yellow and red wool, and natural colored linen. The design shows Byzantine influence.