Fragment of a Large Hanging

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image shows a fragment of a large hanging by an unknown artist. The fragment is square with a beige background and a central design in shades of brown, green, and black. The central design features a cross-like shape with a black hanging object at the top center, and another black object to the right. There are four green and brown floral designs, one at each corner of the cross. The fragment appears to be made of fabric, possibly silk or cotton, and has a worn and frayed appearance. The edges are rough and uneven, suggesting that the fragment has been torn from a larger piece. The overall effect is one of intricate, hand-stitched embroidery on a worn and aged textile.