Lot 938
Colorful Textile Appliqué. Egypt, Coptic, c. 5th-6th century AD. A square panel of good size showing at center, on light background, two parrots flanking central tree or bush. At corners, four roundels with same bird design. The rest of panel filled with ornamental borders or arabesques. Neat workmanship in red, green, dark brown, off white and a rust orange. Fragment well preserved. Size: 5-3/8" x 4-7/8"; laid down on backing, in glassed frame. Very attractive, and unusually colorful for these often drably monochromatic clothing decorations.
Estimated Value $700 - 800.
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| Realized $748 |
