Polychrome tapestry band in three fragments, with a plant scroll inhabited by a variety of marine animals

Date6th c

Mediumlinen, wool, polychrome

ClassificationsTextile/Fibre Art

Credit LineGift of Dr. Lillian Malcove

Object numberM82.067

DescriptionThree fragments of a polychrome tapestry band - Inhabited plant scroll w/ a row of multicoloured hearts and stylized fruit, flowers and marine animals

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Malcove Collection

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