Flag of EgyptMedieval ArtTextiles-Woven7th–9th century (?)

Artwork Details

TitleRoundel with Amazons and a Cross
MediumWeft-faced compound twill (samit) in green, beige, and brownish silk
DimensionsOverall: 8 3/16 x 8 1/4in. (20.8 x 20.9cm)
ClassificationTextiles-Woven
DepartmentMedieval Art
Date7th–9th century (?)
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Hayford Peirce, 1987
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureByzantine
Date Range600 – 899

Provenance

CountryEgypt or Syria (?)