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Fragment of tapestry medallion

Egyptian (Coptic)
Early Byzantine
6th–7th century A.D.

Medium/Technique Linen and wool; tapestry
Dimensions Height x width: 16 x 24 cm (6 5/16 x 9 7/16 in.)
Credit Line Everett Fund
Accession Number92.2786
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsTextiles

DescriptionWarp of linen; a basket of fruit and flowers of yellow, orange, brown, dark blue, and green wool, and natural-colored linen; woven into a piece of natural-colored linen. Design shows Byzantine influence.