Looped Fragment with Rabbit
4th-7th century
Description
An inhabited vine scroll motif runs along the tapestry band incorporated into this loop pile fabric. The fragmentary scroll contains a foliate design composed of yellow, red, green, and blue yarns and a lively rabbit whose mouth opens to reveal a red tongue. This scroll would likely have extended further to the left with depictions of other animals and plants.
Dimensions
28.5 × 19.3 cm (11 1/4 × 7 5/8 in.)
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