Polychrome tapestry roundel with two male figures flanking an amphora

Date9th c

Mediumwool, linen

Dimensions13.8 x 15.3 cm

ClassificationsTextile/Fibre Art

Credit LineGift of Dr. Lillian Malcove

Object numberM82.079

DescriptionFragment from an all-wool textile w/ an inwoven polychrome tapestry roundel - Two servants carrying amphora between them and grapes in their free hand

Collections

Malcove Collection

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