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Medallion, 4th–5th century

This is a Medallion. It is dated 4th–5th century and we acquired it in 1902. Its medium is s-spun, z-twist linen. wefts: z-spun linen, z-spun wool, s-spun wool and its technique is slit tapestry with supplementary weft wrapping. 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: 9.7 x 8.4 cm (3 13/16 x 3 5/16 in. )

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Medallion, 4th–5th century; s-spun, z-twist linen. wefts: z-spun linen, z-spun wool, s-spun wool; H x W: 9.7 x 8.4 cm (3 13/16 x 3 5/16 in. ); Gift of John Pierpont Morgan; 1902-1-73

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