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Tapestry fragment
Egyptian (Coptic)
Early Byzantine
6th-7th century A.D. (?)
Medium/Technique
Linen and wool; tapestry
Dimensions
Overall: 8 x 25 cm (3 1/8 x 9 13/16 in.)
Credit Line
Denman Waldo Ross Collection
Accession Number07.449
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionLinen fragment into which is woven a tapestry band; ground of pinkish red wool; design of blue, yellow, pink and dark and light green wool and natural-colored linen. In the center of the band is a roundel enclosing a putto holding a basket (?); animals alternating with plant motifs flank the central motif. Design shows Blyzantine influence. Tapestry is probably a sleeve band.
Importation 204.
Importation 204.