textile (function unknown); textile

Rectangular, predominantly brown, tapestry woven textile. It has, in sequence, bands of stepped patterned bands, separated by predominantly brown bands. Natural (cream), yellow, red, green and black woollen yarns are used. The warp ends have been turned over and sewn. The textile is in poor condition, especially in the centre, where the weft has worn away to reveal the natural (cream) woollen warp. The textile is not a good woven piece in any event for the warp is visible in most areas.

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