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Fragment

before 1968

Iraq or Iran, in the style of the Buyid period

(945–1055)
Medium
Silk: lampas weave
Measurements
Overall: 68 x 33.5 cm (26 3/4 x 13 3/16 in.)
Credit Line
Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund 1968.222
Public Domain
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Location
Not on view
Print
A horizontal silk fragment features a repeating grid of muted beige diamonds and rectangles. Within each diamond, paired animal figures face a central floral motif. Rectangular frames between these shapes hold circular medallions featuring bird-like forms. A cross-hatched pattern fills the background of the diamond grid. The piece has frayed, irregular edges and small holes near the top, indicating significant wear over time.

Fragment

before 1968

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

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