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Medallions

Egyptian (Coptic)
Early Islamic
7th–9th century A.D.

Medium/Technique Linen and wool; tapestry
Dimensions Height x width (a): 15.3 x 16.4 cm (6 x 6 7/16 in.)
Height x width (b): 22.8 x 23.5 cm (9 x 9 1/4 in.)
Credit Line Denman Waldo Ross Collection
Accession Number96.272a-b
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ClassificationsTextiles

DescriptionWarp of linen; ground of red wool covered with repeated diamond-shaped linear motifs framed by white curving lines from which stem branch-like motifs; woven with red and green wool and natural-colored linen; the weft in 96.272a is much worn; design in 96.272b shows clearer details.