520 - Large Egyptian Coptic Tunic Textile Fragment with Lateral Clavi and Central Orbiculus Representing Figures and Animals. Circa 6th century A.D. Larger portion of a tunic with decorative strips (clavi) ending with circular decorations (orbiculi), and central orbiculus in red, green and yellow wool, S-twist tapestry, decorated with Nilotic scenes including plants, animals, possibly human figures. Cf. Calament, F., Durand, M., Antino , la vie, la mode, visions d l gance dans les solitudes, Lyon, 2013, cat.68, fig.a, for similar. 59 grams total including paper folder, 32.5 cm (12 3/4 in.). [No Reserve]

Large Egyptian Coptic Tunic Textile Fragment with Lateral Clavi and Central Orbiculus Representing Figures and Animals. Circa 6th century A.D. Larger portion of a tunic with decorative strips (clavi) ending with circular decorations (orbiculi), and central orbiculus in red, green and yellow wool, S-twist tapestry, decorated with Nilotic scenes including plants, animals, possibly human figures. Cf. Calament, F., Durand, M., Antino , la vie, la mode, visions d l gance dans les solitudes, Lyon, 2013, cat.68, fig.a, for similar. 59 grams total including paper folder, 32.5 cm (12 3/4 in.). [No Reserve] Acquired 1970s-1996. Property of a North American collector. London collection, 2016. Among the many fragments of wool tunics, there are several long strips that match to form nearly full-length central pectoral clavi and orbiculi. They are patterned with a profusion of small figures or interlaced abstract designs, birds, plants and animals, with a contrasting border filled with geometric motifs. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.