Scarf

4th–5th century

Not on view

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Provenance

Title: Scarf
Date: 4th–5th century
Geography: Attributed to Egypt, Akhmim (former Panopolis)
Medium: Linen
Dimensions: H. 90 9/16 in. (230 cm)
W. 26 in. (66 cm)
Classification: Textiles
Credit Line: Gift of Edward S. Harkness, 1926
Object Number: 26.9.10
Curatorial Department: Islamic Art

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