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Two fragments of tapestry medallions
Egyptian (Coptic)
Early Islamic
7th-8th century A.D.
Medium/Technique
Linen and wool
Dimensions
Overall (a): 16 x 15.5 cm (6 5/16 x 6 1/8 in.)
Overall (b): 17.5 x 16 cm (6 7/8 x 6 5/16 in.)
Overall (b): 17.5 x 16 cm (6 7/8 x 6 5/16 in.)
Credit Line
Denman Waldo Ross Collection
Accession Number96.315a-b
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ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionWarp of linen; ground of dark blue wool; the design in each fragment shows a medallion which encloses two horsemen back to back; with four legged animals (dogs ?) below them; woven with red and blue wool. The border of the medallion in 96.315a encloses a scroll motifs with branches and leaves. Design shows Eastern influence.