Band with two horsemen

8th–9th century

Not on view

Men on horseback have traditionally represented symbols of political, military, or religious power.To Christians, men on horseback also gained an eschatological meaning, representing thehope for an ultimate victory soon to be won. This vibrant textile band features two horsemen in a vertical pattern on a yellow ground. Mounted and turning back, two men wear close-fitting garments, caps and boots that were closely associated with contemporary Persian attire.

Artwork Details

Overview

Provenance

Title: Band with two horsemen
Date: 8th–9th century
Geography: Made in Egypt
Culture: Coptic
Medium: Polychrome wool tapestry
Dimensions: 16 3/4 × 9 1/16 in. (42.5 × 23 cm)
Classification: Textiles-Woven
Credit Line: Bequest of Nanette B. Kelekian, 2020
Object Number: 2021.37.11
Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters

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