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Square tapestry medallion
Egyptian (Coptic)
Early Islamic
8th–9th century A.D.
Medium/Technique
Linen and wool; tapestry
Dimensions
Overall: 13.5 x 25 cm (5 5/16 x 9 13/16 in.)
Credit Line
Denman Waldo Ross Collection
Accession Number01.5895
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionLinen warp. The ground is of dark red wool; on this are two diagonal bars forming what appears to be half of a torn lozenge motif. The bars are detailed with irregular forms (a row of birds ?); the design is of red, yellow, green and brown. The ground of the border is brown with blocks of yellow wool. Much worn. Similar to 09.110