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Sleeve Fragment with a Band Decorated with an Animal

9th–10th century
Not on view
This simple band of linear design, part of a tunic sleeve, recalls the monochrome purple Late Antique style that was so popular in interlace designs.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Sleeve Fragment with a Band Decorated with an Animal
  • Date: 9th–10th century
  • Geography: Attributed to Egypt
  • Medium: Tapestry weave in red wool (dyed with madder) and undyed linen on plain-weave ground of undyed linen; details in flying shuttle in undyed linen; weft loop pile with undyed linen
  • Dimensions: Max. H. 12 in. (30.5 cm)
    Max. W. 12 3/8 in. (31.5 cm)
  • Classification: Textiles
  • Credit Line: Gift of George F. Baker, 1890
  • Object Number: 90.5.829
  • Curatorial Department: Islamic Art

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