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Panel with Hunters and Camel and Inscription
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On the upper part of the fragment, a kneeling archer aims to the left. On the opposite side of a tree, another archer aims toward a camel. The animal’s mouth is open with its tongue extended in surprise as a large feline pounces on its back. <br><br>The Arabic inscription along the left edge gives a spurious date and name of the purported maker.
| Artist / Maker | Iran |
|---|---|
| Date | 1900s |
| Culture / Origin | Iran |
| Medium | Silk: lampas weave |
| Dimensions | Overall: 101.5 x 43 cm (39 15/16 x 16 15/16 in.) |
| Department | Textiles |
| Type | Textile |
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Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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