Artist name:
Egypt, Coptic
Artwork title:
Tunic insert
Description: Insert or border of tunic; Coptic weaving; late Hellenistic silhouette style; design of ovals within squares with foliate scrolls at each corner outside the oval, alternating with squares: from top: oval containing two animals flanking the tree of life; square containing dancing girl (Bacchantes?) with an altar-like pedestal on her right side and a vine-plant on her left side; oval containing 2 bird-like creatures; square containing dancing girl; wool on wool; rib weave; slanting weft; colours: purple, crimson, brick yellow; indigo; very little embroidery with the flying needle.
Artwork date(s): 4th/5th century
Artwork type: Mediterranean/Middle East Collection
Medium: woven wool on linen
Measurements: 850X2850
Accession number: 568
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