Band with Vegetal Ornament

Unknown

7th–8th century · Linen, wool · Islamic Art

This ornamental band, probably from a garment, bears stylized naturalistic forms--a row of pointed leaf forms containing little palm trees. This particular stylization of the forms and the brightening of the palette indicate a date early in the Islamic period.

Artist

Unknown

Date

7th–8th century

Medium

Linen, wool

Department

Islamic Art

Credit line

Gift of George F. Baker, 1890