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Tiraz Fragment

This is a Tiraz fragment. It is dated 10th–11th century and we acquired it in 1972. Its medium is linen, silk and its technique is tapestry weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Clara Waldeck.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 7.5 × 16 cm (2 15/16 × 6 5/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Tiraz Fragment; linen, silk; H x W: 7.5 × 16 cm (2 15/16 × 6 5/16 in.); 1972-81-31

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