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Band (Egypt)

This is a Band. It is dated 3rd–4th century and we acquired it in 1902. Its medium is warp; s-spun linen. wefts; s-spun linen, s-spun wool and its technique is slit tapestry and plain weave. 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: 49 x 10.3 cm (19 5/16 x 4 1/16 in. )

Cite this object as

Band (Egypt); warp; s-spun linen. wefts; s-spun linen, s-spun wool; H x W: 49 x 10.3 cm (19 5/16 x 4 1/16 in. ); Gift of John Pierpont Morgan; 1902-1-96

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