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Apparel from a Dalmatic

Cleveland Museum of Art

Apparel from a Dalmatic by unknown artist. Rectangular piece of fabric with a red fringe around the edges. The main body of the fabric is gold with intricate designs and patterns. A large circular design in the center features a man sitting with a book. The man has a long white beard and is wearing a brown robe with a blue cloak. The circular design is surrounded by a floral pattern with leaves and flowers in shades of blue, green, and red. The outer border features a repeating pattern of leaves and flowers. The fabric appears to be made of silk or another luxurious material. The overall design is ornate and suggests a religious or ceremonial context. The fabric is set against a light gray background.

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Dimensions:
1263 × 538 px
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