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Coptic Fabric Remains: Egyptian Cotton Woven Art, 8th-9th Century

$8,490.45per set
£6,293.42per set
€7,200per set
CA$11,844.60per set
A$12,015.92per set
CHF 6,860.45per set
MX$145,494.02per set
NOK 80,764.29per set
SEK 80,496.24per set
DKK 54,916.22per set

About the Item

Set of Coptic fabric remains in Egyptian cotton from the 8th or 9th century A.C. That were found in an excavation work in the 19th century. They are in remarkably good condition. They are remains that come from tents or clothing originally. They represent geometric and vegetal shapes inspired by nature. Each item is framed but can be shipped without it . Dimensions are as follows: 1: W27 x D1 x H48 cm (longest frame) 2: W24 x D1 x H35 cm 3: W37.5 x D1 x H22 cm 4: W21.5 x D1 x H31.5 cm 5: W27 x D1 x H20 cm (Oval frame) These are unique items that are rare to find, a true testimony of the ancient times and fabulous know how that transcended all these centuries.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.4 in (1 cm)Width: 7.88 in (20 cm)Depth: 11.82 in (30 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 5
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Cotton,Woven
  • Place of Origin:
    Egypt
  • Period:
    15th Century and Earlier
  • Date of Manufacture:
    8th-9th Century A.D.
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Beirut, LB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5042133637612

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