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Fragment of linen damask with diamond designs in bands

probably 1000s

Egypt, Fatimid period

Medium
lozenge twill with areas of weft floats: linen
Measurements
Overall: 11.5 x 16.5 cm (4 1/2 x 6 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Dorothea Russell 1930.90
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Location
Not on view
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A woven linen fragment features horizontal bands of interlocking diamond patterns in muted tan and blue threads. The cloth has a jagged shape with a large chunk missing from the upper left corner. Dense blue geometric diamonds fill the lower half, while alternating tan stripes and thinner patterned bands run across the top. Dark blue lines separate the sections. Frayed edges, small holes, and loose threads appear throughout the worn textile.

Fragment of linen damask with diamond designs in bands

probably 1000s

Egypt, Fatimid period

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