Fragment with running animal roundels and kufic inscriptions

Cleveland Museum of Art

Fragment with running animal roundels and kufic inscriptions by Unknown. The image shows a vertical, frayed piece of fabric with intricate designs. The fabric has a beige background with dark blue and gold designs, featuring four roundels with animals running in circles. The roundels have a central motif surrounded by a ring of dots. The animals have four legs and appear to be running. The fabric also features kufic inscriptions in gold, which are written in a horizontal band above and below the roundels. The fabric's edges are rough and frayed, with some areas of damage visible. The background of the image is off-white. The fabric appears to be a fragment of a larger textile, possibly a medieval or ancient piece. The overall design and motifs suggest an Islamic influence.