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Band (Egypt), 3rd–4th century

This is a Band. It is dated 3rd–4th century and we acquired it in 1902. Its medium is warp; s-spun, z-twist linen. weft; s-spun linen. s-spun wools 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: 27.6 x 8.9 cm (10 7/8 x 3 1/2 in. )

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Band (Egypt), 3rd–4th century; warp; s-spun, z-twist linen. weft; s-spun linen. s-spun wools; H x W: 27.6 x 8.9 cm (10 7/8 x 3 1/2 in. ); Gift of John Pierpont Morgan; 1902-1-120

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