Two fragments of a polychrome tapestry band, with a succession of putti, animals, and plant motifs

Date6th c

Mediumwool, linen

ClassificationsTextile/Fibre Art

Credit LineGift of Dr. Lillian Malcove

Object numberM82.061

DescriptionTwo fragments of an all-wool textile decorated w/ an inwoven polychrome tapestry band - Decorated w/ tripartite design plain middle section and two rows of figural bands w/ swimming putti, plants, lotus blossoms, and animals

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