Border probably depicting Adam and Eve
Above them, the tree appears to be bearing fruit. At the top of the frieze, the snake crawls. Decorated medallions on either side of the frieze. 
Polychrome wool on linen.
Egypt, 11th century.
Length : 29 cm 

Provenance : 
From a copy of the collectors' notes, acquired from Maison Platt in Paris in February 1956.

Collection Nicole et Jean-Michel Thierry - lots 1 to 141.
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Lot no. 140

Border probably depicting Adam and Eve Above them, the tree appears to be bearing fruit. At the top of the frieze, the snake crawls. Decorated medallions on either side of the frieze. Polychrome wool on linen. Egypt, 11th century. Length : 29 cm Provenance : From a copy of the collectors' notes, acquired from Maison Platt in Paris in February 1956. Collection Nicole et Jean-Michel Thierry - lots 1 to 141.

Estimate
€400 - €600
Result
€585
Buyer's premium
30%
Border probably depicting Adam and Eve Above them, the tree appears to be bearing fruit. At the top of the frieze, the snake crawls. Decorated medallions on either side of the frieze. Polychrome wool on linen. Egypt, 11th century. Length : 29 cm Provenance : From a copy of the collectors' notes, acquired from Maison Platt in Paris in February 1956. Collection Nicole et Jean-Michel Thierry - lots 1 to 141.
Sale Friday 25 October 2024・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
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