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Fragments
Egyptian
3rd–7th century A.D.
Medium/Technique
Linen and wool tapestry
Dimensions
Overall (a): 68 x 46.5 cm (26 3/4 x 18 5/16 in.)
Overall (b): 68 x 46.5 cm (26 3/4 x 18 5/16 in.)
Overall (b): 68 x 46.5 cm (26 3/4 x 18 5/16 in.)
Credit Line
Emily Esther Sears Fund
Accession Number04.1992a-b
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ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionDesign shows Byzantine influence. Into a piece of linen cloth are woven, with pink, green and yellow wool, open roses and buds and fish. "A" shows the orginal arrangement and spacing. "B" has no linen only 18 fish, 10 roses and 13 buds. From Akhmîn.
ProvenancePurchased by Albert M. LythgoeFrom Ghirgas of Keneh. (Lot III. 24. £17)