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Fragment of a garment
Egyptian (Coptic)
Early Byzantine
5th–7th century A.D.
Medium/Technique
Linen and wool
Dimensions
97.8 x 93 cm (38 1/2 x 36 5/8 in.); Legacy dimension: .93 x .978
Credit Line
Gift of Miss Amelia B. Edwards
Accession Number91.153
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ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionWarp of wool; ground of a roundel, sleeve and shoulder bands is of dark purple wool; with designs of natural-colored linen; woven into a garment of yellowish white woolen tapestry. Design which consists of interlaced and candelabra-shaped motifs shows Byzantine influence.