Textile Fragment

9th–10th century

Not on view

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Title: Textile Fragment
Date: 9th–10th century
Geography: Attributed to Egypt
Medium: Wool and cotton; tapestry weave
Dimensions: L. 10 in. (25.4 cm)
W. 6 1/2 in. (16.5 cm)
Classification: Textiles-Woven
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1927
Object Number: 27.170.81
Curatorial Department: Islamic Art

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