Fragment of a Cover or Blanket with Ornamental Square Featuring Flowers and Animals

Unknown

5th–6th century · Wool, linen; plain weave, tapestry weave, weft loop weave · Islamic Art

This colorful, coarsely woven tapestry panel features a large lotus blossom framed by lions, dogs, and flower baskets separated by scrolling vines. Such panels segmented into zones seem to have adorned cushion covers.

Artist

Unknown

Date

5th–6th century

Medium

Wool, linen; plain weave, tapestry weave, weft loop weave

Department

Islamic Art

Credit line

Purchase by subscription, 1889