Sleeve
5th/6th century (made)
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Portion of the sleeve of a linen tunic, with a horizontal band, tapestry-woven in red wool and undyed linen thread. In the middle is an antelope within a circle; on either side is a double line of floral ornament, with a running-wave border.
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Brief description | tapestry woven, 600-799, Egyptian |
Physical description | Portion of the sleeve of a linen tunic, with a horizontal band, tapestry-woven in red wool and undyed linen thread. In the middle is an antelope within a circle; on either side is a double line of floral ornament, with a running-wave border. |
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Object history | Purchased from the Reverend Greville John Chester |
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Summary | Portion of the sleeve of a linen tunic, with a horizontal band, tapestry-woven in red wool and undyed linen thread. In the middle is an antelope within a circle; on either side is a double line of floral ornament, with a running-wave border. |
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Accession number | 1291-1888 |
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Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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