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LOT 0733
Egyptian Coptic Textile Fragments from a Tunic Tablion with Putto and Horse
CIRCA 5TH-6TH CENTURY A.D.
2 5/8 - 2 7/8 in. (3.84 grams total, 67-74 mm).
In white linen and blue wool, tapestry work (S-twist), showing a flying putto with a horse, borders with meander decorations. [2, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1970s-1996.
Property of a North American collector.
London collection, 2016.
Cf. Del Francia Barocas, L., Museo dell'Alto Medioevo, Roma, I materiali Copti, pp.138-139, nos.29 A-B, for a similar textile.
FootnotesThe tabula, or tablion, was a square embroidery used to decorate tunics or mantles.
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LOT 0733
Egyptian Coptic Textile Fragments from a Tunic Tablion with Putto and Horse
Estimate £50 - 70€58 - 81 (for guidance only)$68 - 95 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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