Fragment with Griffins in Roundels

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image depicts a fragment of an ancient textile titled "Fragment with Griffins in Roundels" by an unknown artist. The fragment features a predominantly black and beige color scheme. It is composed of several irregularly shaped pieces, some with jagged edges, arranged in a collage-like manner. The fabric showcases a repeating pattern of roundels, which are circular designs. Within each roundel, there are symmetrical compositions featuring griffins, mythical creatures with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle. The griffins are surrounded by intricate floral motifs and geometric patterns. The background of the image is a plain white surface, providing a neutral contrast to the detailed textile fragment.