Ancient Egyptian tunic fragment from Matmar dated AD 395 – 642

Portion of tapestry woven and embroidered band from tunic in black and yellow wool. The band is divided into rectangles, each occupied with geometric or animal designs. Crested border.

Object details

  • Reference: BOLMG:1931.46.2
  • Material: wool
  • Period: Coptic Period
  • Excavator: Guy Brunton
  • Dated: AD 395 - 642
  • Object name: tunic fragment
  • Dimensions: Length: 190.5mm , Width: 76.2mm
  • Published references: Brunton Matmar p.94 pl.LXVII
  • Site: Matmar
  • Latitude: 27.1
  • Longitude: 31.333333