Islamic Art and Fine Objects

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

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Start price: £3,400

Estimated price: £4,000 - £6,000

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Description

This rectangular Islamic textile fragment is composed of a light beige, plain-weave fabric, likely linen or cotton. A single horizontal band of Arabic calligraphy is rendered in black ink across the center, featuring a script characteristic of early medieval Islamic textiles. The text consists of a religious or dedicatory inscription. The reverse of the fragment displays a mirrored and more faded version of the primary calligraphy.

42 x 20cm 

Provenance: Private UK Collection