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Tapestry with lattice of animals in medallions

600s–700s

Egypt

Medium
wool and linen: tapestry weave
Measurements
Overall: 14.6 x 14.3 cm (5 3/4 x 5 5/8 in.); Mounted: 21.3 x 20 cm (8 3/8 x 7 7/8 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of The Textile Arts Club 1951.89
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Description

This is a fragment from an horizontal band that was woven to be applied as a decoration to a garment. It has diamond compartments containing floral, geometric, and animal motifs.
A fragmented wool and linen tapestry weave features a red ground detailed with white scrolling lattice lines forming circular and diamond-shaped medallions. Inside, stylized animals and floral motifs emerge in green, yellow, and black. A central circular medallion displays a four-legged animal beneath leafy stems, while another compartment to the left contains a figure framed by green foliage. Frayed edges reveal the coarse texture of the underlying woven fabric.

Tapestry with lattice of animals in medallions

600s–700s

Egypt

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