Artist name:
Egypt, Coptic
Artwork title:
Tunic insert
Description: Oval insert for tunic; Coptic weaving; very fine example of monastic work; depicts the Adoration of the Magi? - 3 standing figures with the Virgin at the centre, 2 birds flank the tree of life, star of Bethlehem on the right side; wool on linen; rib weave; very little embroidery; colours: red, blue and beige; mounted on linen.
Artwork date(s): 5th/7th century
Artwork type: Mediterranean/Middle East Collection
Medium: woven wool on linen
Measurements: 90X80
Accession number: 572
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