Two tabulae with putti

Inventory number: FT 65B
Photo Michel Lechien, Musée royal de Mariemont
Photo Michel Lechien, Musée royal de Mariemont

Identical decor for each fragment, with a running, stylised, nude putto holding a plant (or winged creature?) in one hand.

Origin:

Egypt

Date:

7th - 9th century

Material:

Linen and wool

Dimensions:

9.5 x 8 cm; 9.5 x 8.5 cm

Comparisons:

V&A, London, inv. T.156-1922.

Provenance:

Collection Coptic textiles Fill-Trevisiol: donation

Location:

Musée royal de Mariemont

Woollen tapestry woven into a linen cloth

Share