Fragment
4th/5th century (made)
| Place of origin |
Band from a linen cloth, tapestry-woven in dark purple wol and undyed linen thread. Pattern of fretwork, enclosing ornamental circles. Crested border with vine leaves on either side.
Object details
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| Brief description | tapestry woven, Egyptian; Egyptian, Byzantine period. Wool warp |
| Physical description | Band from a linen cloth, tapestry-woven in dark purple wol and undyed linen thread. Pattern of fretwork, enclosing ornamental circles. Crested border with vine leaves on either side. |
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| Object history | 631-1886 to 922-1886 inclusive purchased for £300 from Henry Wallis. |
| Association | |
| Summary | Band from a linen cloth, tapestry-woven in dark purple wol and undyed linen thread. Pattern of fretwork, enclosing ornamental circles. Crested border with vine leaves on either side. |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | 664-1886 |
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| Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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