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Tiraz
This is a Tiraz. It is dated 10th–12th century and we acquired it in 1902. Its medium is silk, linen and its technique is slit tapestry. It is a part of the Textiles department.
This object was
donated by
John Pierpont Morgan.
It is credited Gift of John Pierpont Morgan.
Its dimensions are
H x W: 19.2 x 19.5 cm (7 9/16 x 7 11/16 in.)
It is inscribed
Woven inscriptions (translated): Line A: a repeat of "Aid from God." Lines B-C: a repeat of "Success and prosperity."
Cite this object as
Tiraz; silk, linen; H x W: 19.2 x 19.5 cm (7 9/16 x 7 11/16 in.); Gift of John Pierpont Morgan; 1902-1-219
