A lot of 3 Coptic textile fragments, Egypt
A lot of 3 Coptic textile fragments, Egypt, c. 5th - 7th Century AD. Lot includes a narrow decorative panel in wool & linen featuring a tight floral motif in dark brown, about 9 3/8 x 3 3/8 in (23.6 x 8.5 cm), the second with embroidered oval at the end of a geometric strip, with a goddess or angel within the medallion, a nice wave pattern around, 3 1/8 x 2 in (8 x 5 cm), and the last a swatch of fabric with an embroidered floral motif in red and orange, about 3 3/8 x 2 3/4 in (8.5 x 7 cm) and mounted on paper. A nice group! Ex Iskander family collection, acquired prior to 1969; thence by descent.
Condition: The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections , the effects of aging, or repair/restoration work. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid, and we will be happy to give you a full overview of the items' condition. All transactions are governed by Ancient Resource LLC's Conditions of Sale.
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A lot of 3 Coptic textile fragments, Egypt, c. 5th - 7th Century AD. Lot includes a narrow decorative panel in wool & linen featuring a tight floral motif in dark brown, about 9 3/8 x 3 3/8 in (23.6 x 8.5 cm), the second with embroidered oval at the end of a geometric strip, with a goddess or angel within the medallion, a nice wave pattern around, 3 1/8 x 2 in (8 x 5 cm), and the last a swatch of fabric with an embroidered floral motif in red and orange, about 3 3/8 x 2 3/4 in (8.5 x 7 cm) and mounted on paper. A nice group! Ex Iskander family collection, acquired prior to 1969; thence by descent.
Condition: The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections , the effects of aging, or repair/restoration work. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid, and we will be happy to give you a full overview of the items' condition. All transactions are governed by Ancient Resource LLC's Conditions of Sale.