Monochrome tapestry decoration from a linen tunic, with Dionysiac motifs

Date6th c

Mediumlinen, wool, monochrome, wood

Dimensions41 x 90 cm

ClassificationsTextile/Fibre Art

Credit LineGift of Dr. Lillian Malcove

Object numberM82.043

DescriptionLarge vertical panel part of an undyed linen tunic w/ neck and sidebands inwoven in monochrome tapestry - Dionysiac figures in a series of rectangular panels some w/ rounded heads suggesting an arcade

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Malcove Collection

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