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Fragment

before 1952

Iraq or Iran, in the style of the Buyid period

(945–1055)
Medium
Silk: compound tabby
Measurements
Overall: 43.8 x 36.8 cm (17 1/4 x 14 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund 1952.83
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Large roundels with pearl borders enclose eight palmette trees radiating from a central abstract floral motif. The large roundels are linked to each other along their vertical and horizontal axes by small roundels, also having pearl borders, that enclose a square and four crescents. Between these links, the large roundels are interrupted by small roundels enclosing single recumbent ibexes. The pattern, which is completely reversible, appears in tan on a dark blue background, or vice versa.
A roughly square tan-colored silk textile fragment with frayed edges is woven with dark blue patterns. A large central medallion contains an eight-armed, floral cross. Smaller circular roundels surround it; some enclose horned animals with heads turned back, while others feature four heart-shaped motifs. Interlocking rings border the circles. Several horizontal tears mark the right side of the fabric.

Fragment

before 1952

Iraq or Iran, in the style of the Buyid period (945–1055)

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