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Medallion
Egyptian (Coptic)
Early Islamic
7th–8th century A.D.
Medium/Technique
Linen and wool tapestry
Dimensions
Height x width: 12.5 x 10.6 cm (4 15/16 x 4 3/16 in.)
Credit Line
Emily Esther Sears Fund
Accession Number04.2016
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ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionWarp of linen; ground of brownish violet wool; with designs in red wool and natural colored linen. Design consists of a hare (?) inside a central circle framed by a square, surrounded by star-like motifs woven alternately in red wool and natural-colored linen. From Akhmîn.
ProvenancePurchased by Albert M. LythgoeFrom Ghirgas of Keneh