Fragment, 9th–10th century, Attributed to Egypt, Fayum, Wool, linen; plain weave, tapestry weave, H. 23 3/4 in. ( cm

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Fragment, 9th–10th century, Attributed to Egypt, Fayum, Wool, linen; plain weave, tapestry weave, H. 23 3/4 in. ( cm), Textiles-Woven, This fragment (top) and (bottom), two ends of a shawl, are both decorated with two inscription bands—one a line of purely ornamental (illegible) kufic, and the other a Coptic inscription interspersed with rosecolored cross-hatches

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Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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