Two Fragments (joined together) of Purple Silk, much faded, with a cotton woof. Byzantine, 12th century. 2½ inches by 1¼ inches.
8575.
Two Fragments (joined together) of Silk and Gold Tissue; ground, light crimson, now quite faded, bordered green; pattern, an interlacing strap-work, in gold. English or French, 13th century. 2 inches by 2 inches.
Like, for use, to the other similar specimens.
8576.
Very small Fragment of Gold Tissue on a red ground. 13th century. 1⅜ inches by ½ inch.
This cloth of gold must have been showy from its richness.