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Tunic with Ornamental Inscription
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The sleeves, neck opening, and most of the front area nearly to waist are preserved; the back has large areas missing. The foliated inscription bands on the sleeves near the shoulder seams are in white (faded from blue) on a pink and brown ground.
| Artist / Maker | Iran or Iraq |
|---|---|
| Date | 1329–1955 |
| Culture / Origin | Iran or Iraq |
| Medium | Silk: lampas weave |
| Dimensions | Overall: 127 x 149.8 cm (50 x 59 in.) |
| Department | Textiles |
| Type | Textile |
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Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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