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Rare Silk Tunic Fragment with Ornamental Sleeve Band, 400s-500s (plain weave, silk
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Rare Silk Tunic Fragment with Ornamental Sleeve Band, 400s-500s (plain weave, silk
499986 Rare Silk Tunic Fragment with Ornamental Sleeve Band, 400s-500s (plain weave, silk, tapestry weave with supplementary weft wrapping, un-dyed linen, dyed wool, silk)
by Egyptian, Byzantine Period, (5th century); h:6.40 w:26.80 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: This is the only known remnant of a silk tunic among thousands of tapestry-woven decorations that have survived in the dry Egyptian climate. Expensive imported silk, instead of indigenous linen or wool, formed the entire luxurious ground of the tunic, visible along the sides of the fragment. Shiny silk thread also formed some of the details, along with thicker linen thread, on the unusually brilliant purple wool ground. Two males wearing a short garment (chiton) draped over one shoulder appear under vines emanating from baskets. One holds a club with a rabbit beside him; the other bears a staff and a leaf.
); Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings Fund; Egyptian, out of copyright
Media ID 22405204
© Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings Fund / Bridgeman Images
Artefact Artifact Byzantine Period C05th C06th
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This print showcases a rare silk tunic fragment from the 5th century, belonging to the Byzantine Period. With its intricate design and exquisite craftsmanship, this artifact is truly a testament to ancient Egyptian artistry. Measuring at h:6.40 w:26.80 cm, this delicate piece can be found in the prestigious Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio, USA. It stands out among thousands of tapestry-woven decorations that have managed to survive the harsh Egyptian climate. What makes this tunic fragment even more remarkable is its use of expensive imported silk as the luxurious ground material instead of indigenous linen or wool commonly used during that era. The sides of the fragment reveal glimpses of this opulent fabric. The details on this piece are nothing short of extraordinary – shiny silk thread and thicker linen thread were skillfully combined with an unusually brilliant purple wool ground. The imagery depicts two males wearing chitons draped over one shoulder, surrounded by vines emanating from baskets. One figure holds a club with a rabbit beside him while the other carries a staff and leaf. These elements add depth and symbolism to an already visually stunning composition. Preserved through time, this singular remnant offers us a glimpse into ancient fashion and artistic expression like no other artifact has before. Its beauty continues to captivate viewers today, reminding us of our rich cultural heritage.
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