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Fragment of a round tapestry medallion
Egyptian (Coptic)
Early Byzantine
4th–6th century A.D.
Medium/Technique
Linen and wool; tapestry with eccentric weft
Dimensions
Overall: 19.5 x 19.5 cm (7 11/16 x 7 11/16 in.)
Credit Line
Everett Fund
Accession Number92.2759
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionWarp of linen; ground of natural-colored linen, with design of four vases and branches of leaves in dark blue wool, woven into a piece of natural-colored linen fabric. Design shows Roman influence.