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Fragment with a tapestry band

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

Medium/Technique Linen and wool, tapestry
Dimensions Height x width: 14.2 x 63 cm (5 9/16 x 24 13/16 in.)
Credit Line Denman Waldo Ross Collection
Accession Number15.1222
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsTextiles

DescriptionNatural colored linen; woven into this is a dark red border with hexagons enclosing a bird, a dog, and a hare; between these are irregularly shaped figures. The design is woven with yellow, light and dark green, brown and natural colored linen.