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Fragment of a border

Egyptian (Coptic)
Early Byzantine
5th-7th century A.D.

Medium/Technique Wool, tapestry
Dimensions Height x width: 6.5 x 9.5 cm (2 9/16 x 3 3/4 in.)
Credit Line Denman Waldo Ross Collection
Accession Number15.664
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsTextiles

DescriptionGround of dark blue wool; design in a band consists of two vases, of which one holds two branches with leaves; probably a fragment of a tunic. Design shows Byzantine influence. Like 15.656 and 15.663.