5th-7th century
A floral semis pattern is oriented toward a bust portrait in medallion on this tapestry woven band. Female bust with black hair, red earrings and necklace against an orange background with red border. Red and yellow flowers with green stems appear against a buff background. Two lotus leaves are visible. The linen warps are paired.
Wool warp, weft, and pile
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19th-20th centuryJapaneseLinen and wool, tapestry woven
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17th centuryItalianFiber/filament
17th-18th centuryFlemishFiber
20th centuryGermanEmbroidered silk
19th centuryChinese