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Tapestry fragment

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

Medium/Technique Linen and wool; tapestry
Dimensions Height x width: 24.1 x 6.2 cm (9 1/2 x 2 7/16 in.)
Credit Line Denman Waldo Ross Collection
Accession Number96.139
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsTextiles

DescriptionWarp of linen; ground of dark blue wool; the design of red wool consists of rows of disconnected spade shaped motifs; weft is torn at one end.