Sleeve Fragment with Plaid Cuff

4th–9th century

Not on view

This sleeve is trimmed with a handsome blue-green and ecru plaid cuff. Plaids are relatively rare in textile collections from Coptic Egypt and are generally preserved when interwoven with other motifs, such as birds, leaves, or flowers.

Artwork Details

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Exhibition History

Title: Sleeve Fragment with Plaid Cuff
Date: 4th–9th century
Geography: Attributed to Egypt
Medium: Linen; plain weave
Dimensions: Max. L. 9 3/8 in. (23.8 cm)
Max. W. 6 3/8 in. (16.2 cm)
Classification: Textiles
Credit Line: Gift of George F. Baker, 1890
Object Number: 90.5.169
Curatorial Department: Islamic Art

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