Medium: warp: S-spun linen; wefts: S-spun linen, S-spun wool Technique: plain weave with discontinuous wefts (tapestry), open slits Label: wool slit tapestry in a linen foundation
Dimensions:
H x W: 44.2 x 43.8 cm (17 3/8 x 17 1/4 in.)
Type:
woven textiles
Medallion
Made in:
Egypt
Date:
3rd–4th century
Catalogue Status:
Research in Progress
Description:
Monochrome tapestry roundel with an eight-pointed star formed by two interlocking squares, containing a smaller square with half spirals. Border of four-lobed motifs in circles, connected by a curving linear element.