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Fragment: Floral Pattern and Bust Portrait

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A floral semis pattern is oriented toward a bust portrait in medallion on this tapestry woven band. Female bust with black hair, red earrings and necklace against an orange background with red border. Red and yellow flowers with green stems appear against a buff background. Two lotus leaves are visible. The linen warps are paired.
Department of Ancient and Byzantine Art & Numismatics Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum Gift of Carroll F. Wales
Title: Fragment: Floral Pattern and Bust Portrait
Description:
A floral semis pattern is oriented toward a bust portrait in medallion on this tapestry woven band.
Female bust with black hair, red earrings and necklace against an orange background with red border.
Red and yellow flowers with green stems appear against a buff background.
Two lotus leaves are visible.
The linen warps are paired.

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