654 - Egyptian Coptic Tunic Textile Fragment of a Segmentum with Eagles and Other Birds. Circa 7th century A.D. Fragment of a large segmentum in linen and wool, embroidered with rows of eagles and other birds, the borders with geometric decorations. Cf. Del Francia Barocas, L., Museo dell'Alto Medioevo, Roma, I materiali Copti, pp.162-163, for similar textiles. 8 grams, 19 cm (7 1/2 in.). [No Reserve]

Egyptian Coptic Tunic Textile Fragment of a Segmentum with Eagles and Other Birds. Circa 7th century A.D. Fragment of a large segmentum in linen and wool, embroidered with rows of eagles and other birds, the borders with geometric decorations. Cf. Del Francia Barocas, L., Museo dell'Alto Medioevo, Roma, I materiali Copti, pp.162-163, for similar textiles. 8 grams, 19 cm (7 1/2 in.). [No Reserve] Acquired 1970s-1996. Property of a North American collector. London collection, 2016. The segment is realised in the tapestry technique. They were part of the decoration of a tunic, and the presence of the Imperial eagle, not a common pattern, could refer to a military tunic. 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.