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Textile fragment of larger cloth
Textile fragment of larger cloth

Textile fragment of larger cloth

Artist
Date300-600 A.D.
MediumCotton warp, camelid weft
ClassificationsMaterials
Credit LineGift of Henry Schnakenberg
Object number1945.3.10
DescriptionCotton and camelid textile with maroon red background; the intricate rectangular design is worked in muted colors, outlined in black; maroon, white, faded blue/green and tan; wool weft - one edge has needle knit border of same colors done over a core of other fibers - possibly over edge of plain weave; *chain stitched edge whether separate application or not. Piece mounted vertically but should be shown horizontal.
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