Artist name:
Egypt, Coptic
Artwork title:
Tunic border fragment?
Description: Probably a border fragment of a tunic in casette design; Coptic weaving; Design: probably depicting the Visitation of the Virgin in repeat design: Mary is usually depicted in a blue cloak; some letters, probably in Geez, the official language of the Coptic Church; wool on linen; rib weave, no slanting of the weft; very little embroidery; Colours: crimson, indigo, yellow, green and black; mounted on plain rib weave woollen material.
Artwork date(s): 5th/6th century
Artwork type: Mediterranean/Middle East Collection
Medium: woven wool on linen
Measurements: 180X60
Inscription: letters probably in Geez
Accession number: 570
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