k Egypt Decorative tapestry fragment, 9th10th century. This tapestry probably dates from the Turkish Tulunid dynasty.The designs reflect both the local Coptic tradition and finer silk fabrics of the type that was made for the Byzantine and Sasanian courts. A stylized tree of life is surrounded by sphinxes and lions framed by a medallion. Editorial Stock Photo - Afloimages
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Egypt: Decorative tapestry fragment, 9th 10th century. This tapestry probably dates from the Turkish Tulunid dynasty.The designs reflect both the local Coptic tradition and finer silk fabrics of the type that was made for the Byzantine and Sasanian courts. A stylized tree of life is surrounded by sphinxes and  lions framed by a medallion.
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Egypt: Decorative tapestry fragment, 9th-10th century.

This tapestry probably dates from the Turkish Tulunid dynasty.The designs reflect both the local Coptic tradition and finer silk fabrics of the type that was made for the Byzantine and Sasanian courts. A stylized tree of life is surrounded by sphinxes and lions framed by a medallion.

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13-11-2021

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