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Busts and Animals Under Tree of Life
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This elegant symmetrical roundel, probably from a tunic, features a central tree of life with leaves enclosing the bust of a woman on each side. Animals above the bowl and birds toward the top flank the tree which is framed by a sinuous vine.
| Artist / Maker | Anonymous, 8th – 9th century |
|---|---|
| Date | late 700s - 800s |
| Culture / Origin | Egypt, Islamic period, Abbasid, 8th - 9th century |
| Medium | Plain weave and slit-tapestry weave; undyed linen, dyed wool |
| Dimensions | Overall: 20.3 x 20.3 cm (8 x 8 in.); Mounted: 28.6 x 28.6 cm (11 1/4 x 11 1/4 in.) |
| Department | Textiles |
| Type | Textile |
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Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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