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Medallion tapestry
Egyptian (Coptic)
Early Byzantine
4th–6th century A.D.
Medium/Technique
Linen and wool tapestry with eccentric weft
Dimensions
Overall: 8.5 x 10.3 cm (3 3/8 x 4 1/16 in.)
Credit Line
Emily Esther Sears Fund
Accession Number04.1971
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionWarp of linen; ground of natural colored linen, with design of brown wool. Design shows a running hare ? in a central circle surrounded by undulating branch-like motifs that form circles enclosing floral motifs. Design shows Roman influence.
ProvenancePurchased by Albert M. LythgoeFrom Ghirgas of Keneh (Lot III, 24.£17)