Fragment, Sleeve Ornament from a Tunic

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image shows a rectangular textile fragment, likely a sleeve ornament from a tunic. The background of the image features a beige fabric with a visible weave pattern. The main body of the fragment is adorned with intricate designs and patterns in shades of dark brown and light brown. The top and bottom edges of the fragment are frayed, with a decorative border featuring a repeating pattern of small triangles or teeth. The left and right sides of the fragment have a similar design, with a series of horizontal stripes and geometric shapes. The central area of the fragment features a large, empty rectangle. The top and bottom sections of the fragment are decorated with a complex pattern of animals, plants, and other motifs. The overall design and pattern of the fragment suggest that it is an ancient textile, likely from a historical or cultural context.