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Fragment of a shoulder band (clavus)
Egyptian (Coptic)
Early Byzantine
7th–8th century A.D.
Medium/Technique
Linen and wool; tapestry
Dimensions
Height x width: 10.5 x 46 cm (4 1/8 x 18 1/8 in.)
Credit Line
Denman Waldo Ross Collection
Accession Number22.16
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionThe warp is linen, the ground of the main area is in red wool and that of the border is in natural-colored linen; the design represents two mounted horsemen hunting animals; woven with red, yellow, green, blue and brown wool and natural-colored linen. The border shows a scrolled branch with leaves on opposite sides; design shows Byzantine influence. Much worn.