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1971

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Tiraz Tapestry Fragment

This is a Tiraz tapestry fragment. It is dated 1000–1200 and we acquired it in 1971. Its medium is linen, silk and its technique is tapestry weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was bequest of Marian Hague. It is credited Bequest of Marian Hague.

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Tiraz Tapestry Fragment; linen, silk; Bequest of Marian Hague; 1971-50-525

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