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1962

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2025

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Tunic Front (Egypt), 6th–7th century

This is a Tunic front. It is dated 6th–7th century and we acquired it in 1962. Its medium is linen, wool and its technique is soumak tapestry. It is a part of the Textiles department.

It is credited Museum purchase from Au Panier Fleuri Fund.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 122 x 88 cm (48 1/16 x 34 5/8 in.)

Cite this object as

Tunic Front (Egypt), 6th–7th century; linen, wool; H x W: 122 x 88 cm (48 1/16 x 34 5/8 in.); Museum purchase from Au Panier Fleuri Fund; 1962-222-1

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