Fragment with Ornamental Bands of Vases with Leaves

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4th century · Wool, linen; plain weave, tapestry weave · Islamic Art

Matisse-like vases sprouting leaves, vines, or thickets of vines, with the vines often inhabited by birds and animals, appear repeatedly in Coptic textiles either as the main elements of a composition or hidden in a complex design.

Artist

Unknown

Date

4th century

Medium

Wool, linen; plain weave, tapestry weave

Department

Islamic Art

Credit line

Purchase by subscription, 1889