Segmentum

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image depicts a circular woven tapestry titled "Segmentum" by an unknown artist. The tapestry is primarily dark brown with a tan border and fringe. The central design features a man wearing a tunic and a helmet, holding a spear in his right hand and what appears to be a shield or object in his left hand. He appears to be stepping on a lion-like creature with his right foot. The man and the creature are depicted in tan thread. The background of the tapestry is dark brown, and there is a tan border around the edge. The border features a decorative pattern. The tapestry has a frayed edge with loose threads. The object is set against a white background.