Islamic Art and Fine Objects

A FATIMID EMBROIDERED TIRAZ FRAGMENT, EGYPT, 11TH - 12TH CENTURY

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Start price: £3,000

Estimated price: £4,000 - £6,000

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Description

A horizontal textile fragment composed of light colored woven textile. The piece features a single decorative band of repeating dark geometric motifs which appear to represent figures or avian forms Egyptian traditions. The ground is a simple plain weave with the decorative element integrated into the fabric.

97 x 22.5cm 

Provenance: Private UK Collection