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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

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