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Clavus (tunic band): Dionysos (Bacchus)

Clavus (tunic band): Dionysos (Bacchus)

Egyptian

This is a tapestry-woven shoulder band (clavus) in colored and undyed linen threads on linen warps. A floral border outlines the central pink panel containing a nude figure with blue halo, a cape, sandals, and staff. Below him is a charging lion, above a charging griffin.

Wool and linen, tapestry weave

Byzantine period, Early

Textile Arts