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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: 10.5 x 22 cm (4 1/8 x 8 11/16 in.)
Credit Line Denman Waldo Ross Collection
Accession Number01.5885
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsTextiles

DescriptionWarp of linen; ground of violet red wool; design of plant motifs and branches is of dark blue wool. The border encloses a linear scrolled branch with floral motifs on both sides.