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Egypten 10.4 :: Coptic textile 2

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Coptic textile

It took a long time before the Egyptians abandoned the thought of preserving the body even after death. In certain places they continued to mummify bodies well into the eighth century.

Caring for the deceased continued even afterwards, which can be seen in the many surviving shrouds that have been found in tombs. Shrouds were often reused festive dress. They were colourfully decorated in comparison with older white linen dress.

The decoration was woven in wool or linen

and sewn on as roundels or bands. When the tunic was worn out, the decorations could be cut out, saved and sewn unto a new garment.

The motifs were many. People and animals were amongst the most common, often taken from pagan mythology. They inspired medieval artists in both the Middle East and Europe.

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Egypten 10.4 :: Coptic textile 2

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