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Fragment of a Tiraz-Style Textile

1081–94

Egypt, Fatimid period, Caliphate of al-Mustansir, 1000s

Medium
tabby ground with inwoven tapestry ornament; linen and silk
Measurements
Overall: 14 x 26.4 cm (5 1/2 x 10 3/8 in.)
Credit Line
John L. Severance Fund 1950.531
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A linen and silk textile fragment features three horizontal tapestry bands on a blue ground. Ragged, frayed edges and a large central hole mar the surface. Red rectangular blocks with cream angular patterns border the top and bottom. In the center, tan arches alternate with circular medallions; one medallion depicts a tan, four-legged animal facing right. The composition uses a muted palette of red, tan, and cream against the blue ground.

Fragment of a Tiraz-Style Textile

1081–94

Egypt, Fatimid period, Caliphate of al-Mustansir, 1000s

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