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Fragment of border
Egyptian (Coptic)
Early Islamic
7th–8th century A.D.
Medium/Technique
Linen and wool tapestry
Dimensions
Overall: 11.8 x 12.5 cm (4 5/8 x 4 15/16 in.)
Credit Line
Denman Waldo Ross Collection
Accession Number96.258
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionWarp of linen; ground of carmine-red wool; design shows a kneeling putto with wings holding a triangular object, probably a basket. Undefined animals are next to the putto and in the lower area of the band. This is probably the right side of a sleeve band with a central medallion, woven with yellow, green, blue, red and brown wool and natural-colored linen. Design shows Byzantine influence.