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Fragment of border
Egyptian (Coptic)
Early Islamic
7th–9th century A.D.
Medium/Technique
Linen and wool; tapestry
Dimensions
Overall: 7 x 22cm (2 3/4 x 8 11/16in.)
Credit Line
Gift of the Estate of Charles G. Loring
Accession Number04.2038
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionWarp of linen; ground of light red wool, with a design of a haloed, standing figure; woven with dark blue, green, yellow and light brown wool and natural colored linen. Most of the weft in the remaining areas is worn; sewed on to a piece of linen. Probably part of a shoulder band. Design shows Byzantine influence (Found in one of the books given to the Museum)