742 - Egyptian Coptic Textile Fragment of a Clavus from a Tunic with Triton, Male Figure and Birds. Circa 5th-6th century A.D. Comprising a decorative tunic stripe (clavus) in purple wool over coarse linen, S-twist tapestry, embroidered with stylised plants, male figures, tritons and birds, borders decorated with meanders. Cf. Gayet, M. Al., Le Costume en Egypte, du IIIe au XIIIe Siecle, Paris, 1900, no. 104, p.134, for a similar style of clavus. 14.5 grams, 44 cm (17 1/4 in.). [No Reserve]

Egyptian Coptic Textile Fragment of a Clavus from a Tunic with Triton, Male Figure and Birds. Circa 5th-6th century A.D. Comprising a decorative tunic stripe (clavus) in purple wool over coarse linen, S-twist tapestry, embroidered with stylised plants, male figures, tritons and birds, borders decorated with meanders. Cf. Gayet, M. Al., Le Costume en Egypte, du IIIe au XIIIe Siecle, Paris, 1900, no. 104, p.134, for a similar style of clavus. 14.5 grams, 44 cm (17 1/4 in.). [No Reserve] Acquired 1970s-1996. Property of a North American collector. London collection, 2016. Among the many fragments from wool tunics are several long strips that match to form nearly full-length central pectoral clavi. 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.