Lot 1258
Pleasing Lot of Two Coptic Textile Fragments. Coptic Egypt, c. 5th-6th century AD. Lot of two different decorative panels. One with a cute Cupid(?) riding on a hippocamp, in dark brown on buff background, with deep rust floral arabesques around. The second fragment in astonishingly vivid colors, with central nude figure holding thyrsos(?), flanked by red scrolls, with portrait busts in the corners. Condition as illustrated - - there are lacunae, but cloth overall sound. Size of square panel: 6" x 6-1/4". A fun pair. Lot of 2 items.
Estimated Value $750 - 850.
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