The linen fragment, probably from a garment, is embroidered with dark red, yellow, and black thread. It is decorated with bands consisting of elongated six-sided forms and heart shapes, very much in the style of Fatimid jewelry.
The designs incorporate interlocking leaves and two bands resembling Tiraz bands, which are embroidered bands with writing on them. This band has a floral inscription ending in half palmettos that looks Kufic but is not.
Some of the embroidery has been worn away, revealing the outlines of the design drawn in black ink. The textile is damaged to a certain extent but the design can still be seen. |
