6th-8th century
Several motifs repeat over this band: a pair of figures being crowned by a taller central figure, and two riders atop spotted horses who turn to face a small figure with arms raised standing in between them. Highly abstract style.
48.3 x 17.8 cm (19 x 7 in.)
Wool and linen
4th-5th century CEByzantineFiber
19th centuryIndianSilk on linen
17th-18th centurySpanishsatin
ItalianTextile fibers
20th centuryCroatianWool
19th centuryOttomanFiber
ItalianStitched fabric; cut pieces of indigo-dyed, tabby-weave linen, sewn together to form a square fabric; with two tie cords
19th-20th centuryKorean