Two Figures Framed by a Jeweled Border

Cleveland Museum of Art

The artwork, named "Two Figures Framed by a Jeweled Border," by artist unknown, features two central figures. The figures are positioned side by side and appear to be haloed, suggesting they may be religious or saintly. They wear robes; the figure on the left has on a predominantly brown robe with gold accents, and the figure on the right wears a robe in shades of gold and brown. The figures are set against a red background with gold floral patterns. Surrounding the central figures and background is a border that resembles jewels, with a repeating pattern of green, blue, and gold shapes, including ovals and rectangles, framed by gold. The entire piece appears to be a textile artwork, possibly an embroidery or tapestry, given its texture and the presence of threads in various colors. The artwork's edges are somewhat frayed, adding to its aged appearance.