6th-7th century
A small tapestry fragment depicting a human figure, perhaps a nereid or putto with short curls, against a red background. This figure holds a green object up with both hands. To the right of the figure is a partial green leaf and a small white shape that may be a bird.
6 x 6 cm (2 3/8 x 2 3/8 in.)
Silk lampas
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