This fourth-century panel, which may have been part of a ritual or festive garment, most probably comes from Akhmim in Egypt. It was created in the Early Byzantine period, from undyed linen and purple wool.

Dionysus, the center figure, rides a chariot drawn by two panthers and, as the god of wine and intoxication, holds a characteristic bunch of grapes. Around him caper two maenads (female followers) and two satyrs. This scene is meant to celebrate the god's legendary conquest of India, a popular subject from the time of Alexander the Great. Alexander, who was also seen as a god, conquered India in 325 B.C., a few years after founding the great Egyptian city of Alexandria.

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