590 - Egyptian Coptic Tunic Clavus Textile Fragments with Armed Puttoes, Lion and Hound. Circa 5th century A.D. Comprising two long strips (clavus) with alternating figures of hunting puttoes with shields, hares and lions. Cf. Del Francia Barocas, L., Museo dell'Alto Medioevo, Roma, I materiali Copti, pp.94-101, for a similar segmentum. 16.14 grams total, 22-23 cm (8 5/8 - 9 in.). [2, No Reserve]

Egyptian Coptic Tunic Clavus Textile Fragments with Armed Puttoes, Lion and Hound. Circa 5th century A.D. Comprising two long strips (clavus) with alternating figures of hunting puttoes with shields, hares and lions. Cf. Del Francia Barocas, L., Museo dell'Alto Medioevo, Roma, I materiali Copti, pp.94-101, for a similar segmentum. 16.14 grams total, 22-23 cm (8 5/8 - 9 in.). [2, No Reserve] Acquired 1970s-1996. Property of a North American collector. London collection, 2016. The theme of rabbits or hares, in association with other characters and animals of the Dionysian thiasos in a hunting setting, has notable parallels. Such representations are linked to narratives of the Dionysian cycle. 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.