Textile ArtsByzantine4th-6th century
Fragment (of a Hanging?) with Jeweled Border
4th-6th century
Description
Plain linen is visible above and below the edges of this brightly colored band. Pairs of water birds flank baskets full of fruit above pink and green garlands. Simulated jewels set against a gold background run along the top edge. At left, a gold cross decorated with blue gems has small human faces between its arms.
Dimensions
47 x 17 cm (18 1/2 x 6 11/16 in.)
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