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Fragments of a band
Coptic
4th–7th century
Object Place: Egypt
Medium/Technique
Wool tapestry
Dimensions
Overall (a): 7 1/2 x 18 1/8 in. (19.1 x 46 cm)
Overall (b): 8 1/16 x 18 1/8 in. (20.5 x 46 cm)
Overall (c): 7 15/16 x 17 1/2 in. (20.1 x 44.5 cm)
Overall (b): 8 1/16 x 18 1/8 in. (20.5 x 46 cm)
Overall (c): 7 15/16 x 17 1/2 in. (20.1 x 44.5 cm)
Credit Line
Emily Esther Sears Fund
Accession Number04.1977a-c
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAfrica and Oceania, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionDesign shows Byzantine influence. Warp of red wool; ground of deep violet, design of natural colored wool.
ProvenancePurchased by Albert M. Lythgoe From Ghirgas of Keneh (Lot III, 24.£17)