546 - Egyptian Coptic Textile Fragment of a Tunic Tablion with Pegasus. Circa 7th century A.D. In natural wool in shades of light brown, yellow, green, blue, and red with S-twist yarn, depicting the figure of Pegasus within a central medallion, surrounded by geometric and vegetal motifs; borders ornamented with meanders. Cf. Del Francia Barocas, L., Museo dell'Alto Medioevo, Roma, I materiali Copti, pp.148-149, nos.32 A-B, for a similar textile. 1.3 grams, 10.5 cm (4 1/8 in.). [No Reserve]

Egyptian Coptic Textile Fragment of a Tunic Tablion with Pegasus. Circa 7th century A.D. In natural wool in shades of light brown, yellow, green, blue, and red with S-twist yarn, depicting the figure of Pegasus within a central medallion, surrounded by geometric and vegetal motifs; borders ornamented with meanders. Cf. Del Francia Barocas, L., Museo dell'Alto Medioevo, Roma, I materiali Copti, pp.148-149, nos.32 A-B, for a similar textile. 1.3 grams, 10.5 cm (4 1/8 in.). [No Reserve] Acquired 1970s-1996. Property of a North American collector. London collection, 2016. The tabula, or tablion, was a square embroidery used to decorate tunics or mantles. The central figure is a rare representation of the winged horse Pegasus, a motif derived from Greek mythology, showing that classical iconography was still alive among the Christian Graeco-Roman people. 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.