Not currently on display at the V&A

Textile

ca. AD300-600 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Two woven woollen bands on linen. Egyptian, ca. AD300-600. The bands (approx. 83mm wide) are solid purple with sides of rolling waves. The warps are of linen and include 4 threads each. One edge is selvedge and creates a c10mm border. The piece has some small holes.


Object details

Categories
Object type
Materials and techniques
Woven wool and linen
Brief description
Woven wool bands on linen. Egyptian, possibly Akhmim, ca. AD300-600.
Physical description
Two woven woollen bands on linen. The bands (approx. 83mm wide) are solid purple with sides of rolling waves. The warps are of linen and include 4 threads each. One edge is selvedge and creates a c10mm border. The piece has some small holes.
Dimensions
  • Width: 184mm
  • Height: 185mm
Style
Object history
Objects 994-1888 to 1216-1888 inclusive purchased from Herr J. Krauth
Summary
Two woven woollen bands on linen. Egyptian, ca. AD300-600. The bands (approx. 83mm wide) are solid purple with sides of rolling waves. The warps are of linen and include 4 threads each. One edge is selvedge and creates a c10mm border. The piece has some small holes.
Collection
Accession number
995-1888

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Record createdJune 24, 2009
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