717 - Large Egyptian Coptic Textile Fragment of a Tunic Embroidered with Putto Warriors and Hares. Circa 5th-6th century A.D. Decoration from the lower part of a tunic, featuring segmenta and clavi adorned with oval medallions (orbiculi) enclosing running hares and two nude, striding warrior figures facing in opposite directions, each holding a shield; white linen ground with tapestry-woven decoration, S-twist. Cf. Del Francia Barocas, L., Museo dell'Alto Medioevo, Roma, I materiali Copti, pp.98-99, no.11, for a similar textile. 51 grams total including paper folder, 49.5 cm (19 1/2 in.). [No Reserve]

Large Egyptian Coptic Textile Fragment of a Tunic Embroidered with Putto Warriors and Hares. Circa 5th-6th century A.D. Decoration from the lower part of a tunic, featuring segmenta and clavi adorned with oval medallions (orbiculi) enclosing running hares and two nude, striding warrior figures facing in opposite directions, each holding a shield; white linen ground with tapestry-woven decoration, S-twist. Cf. Del Francia Barocas, L., Museo dell'Alto Medioevo, Roma, I materiali Copti, pp.98-99, no.11, for a similar textile. 51 grams total including paper folder, 49.5 cm (19 1/2 in.). [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.