Ancient Egyptian linen fragment

Large fragment of woven linen with an open weave. Very torn and tattered. Loose threads and strands. Several large holes. Creased, frayed and some staining.

Ancient Egyptian linen fragment

Object details

  • Reference: BOLMG:1977.345.371
  • Material: linen
  • Excavator: W.M.F. Petrie
  • Associated institution: V&A
  • Object name: linen fragment
  • Dimensions: Length: 738mm , Width: 690mm , Depth (inc. folds): 13mm