Polychrome tapestry band with Nilotic motifs

Date9th-10th c

Mediumwool, linen

Dimensions17.3 x 31.4 cm

ClassificationsTextile/Fibre Art

Credit LineGift of Dr. Lillian Malcove

Object numberM82.064

DescriptionFragment of woollen cloth decorated w/ an inwoven polychrome tapestry band - Double band w/ two rows of marine animals, conventionalized flowering plants and bird medallions to either side of a central jewelled roundel containing a nereid

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Malcove Collection

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