Tapestry square, perhaps from a tunic
Maker: Coptic
Medium:Linen and wool tapestry in a linen tabby ground
Geography: Egypt
Date: 4th-5th century
Period: Late Antique - Early Byzantine
Object number: 974.171.3
DescriptionThe tapestry square has a monochrome geometric and vegetal design featuring an 8-pointed star within a roundel set in a square. The star and the corners of the square are covered with delicate interlace ornament in yellow wool. The outer border is decorated with a vine scroll. The workmanship is very fine and detailed.
