The CloistersTextiles7th-9th century (?)Fragment of a Band with Harvesters (?) is a textiles from Egypt or Syria (?) created in 7th-9th century (?) using weft-faced compound twill ( samit ) in yellow and green silk measuring Overall: 21 15/16 x 3 3/4 in. (55.8 x 9.5 cm) — now part of the The Cloisters collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Weft-faced compound twill ( samit ) in yellow and green silk |
| Dimensions | Overall: 21 15/16 x 3 3/4 in. (55.8 x 9.5 cm) |
| Classification | Textiles |
| Department | The Cloisters |
| Credit Line | Victoria and Albert Museum, London, given by Robert Taylor Esq. (2150-1900) |
| Date | 7th-9th century (?) |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Egypt or Syria (?). 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Fragment of a Band with Harvesters (?)?
Fragment of a Band with Harvesters (?) is housed in the The Cloisters department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Fragment of a Band with Harvesters (?) created?
Fragment of a Band with Harvesters (?) dates to 7th-9th century (?).
What material is Fragment of a Band with Harvesters (?) made from?
Fragment of a Band with Harvesters (?) is crafted from weft-faced compound twill ( samit ) in yellow and green silk.
Where does Fragment of a Band with Harvesters (?) originate?
Fragment of a Band with Harvesters (?) originates from Egypt or Syria (?).
Is Fragment of a Band with Harvesters (?) in the public domain?
Fragment of a Band with Harvesters (?) is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.