Ancient Egyptian linen fragment

Small fragment of rolled linen with the remains of tassles in two corners, the rest torn off. Fairly open weave, with patches of wear. Frayed edges. Creased.

Ancient Egyptian linen fragment

Object details

  • Reference: BOLMG:1977.345.359
  • Material: linen
  • Excavator: W.M.F. Petrie
  • Associated institution: V&A
  • Object name: linen fragment
  • Dimensions: Length: 232mm , Width: 203mm , Depth (inc. folds): 15mm