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Leaf-shaped medallion

Egyptian (Coptic)
Early Byzantine or Early Islamic
7th–8th century A.D.

Medium/Technique Linen and wool tapestry
Dimensions Height x width: 8.5 x 14.9 cm (3 3/8 x 5 7/8 in.)
Credit Line Denman Waldo Ross Collection
Accession Number15.443
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ClassificationsTextiles

DescriptionThe ground is natural colored linen; the design is of one leaf-like form framing a five petal motif on a triangular base, is woven with blue, red, yellow and green wool. Like 15.444, but larger.