Square with Putti in a Nilotic Landscape

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4th–5th century · Linen, wool; plain weave, tapestry weave · Islamic Art

Images of the fertility of the Nile were popular in Coptic Egyptian art. Here, playful putti ride a crocodile and swim among abundant fish, birds, and lotus flowers.

Artist

Unknown

Date

4th–5th century

Medium

Linen, wool; plain weave, tapestry weave

Department

Islamic Art

Credit line

Gift of George F. Baker, 1890