Ancient Coptic Egyptian Artifacts & Textiles
3rd - 5th century AD

See also: Ancient Coptic scrolls and papyrus, 3rd-4th century AD

Coptic Egypt, c. 480 - 650 AD. Terracotta souvenir pilgrim flask. Depicts Saint Menas on one side, flanked by camels, his arms outstretched in blessing. Above each arm is a quincunx, representing a cross; all within a beaded circular border. Measures 90 mm (3 1/2 inches) tall. Missing spout and handles. ref: Bailey, Ptolemaic and Roman Terracottas from Egypt, p. 118, no 3425. Small flasks were probably produced at the pilgrimage center of Abu Mena, south-west of Alexandria, to sell to the devout as a souvenir of a visit. They have been deduced to have contained holy water or oil from the shrine. #v2-flask4049: $325

Coptic bone spindle-whorls, 3rd-5th century AD

Large Coptic spindle-whorl, c. 3rd-5th century AD. Gorgeous piece, hand-carved with beautiful designs. Dark black tone with desert-sand patina. #whorl1: $350
Large Coptic spindle-whorl, c. 3rd-5th century AD. Lovely piece, hand-carved with ten circular elements around a five-pointed "star". Dark tone with desert-sand patina. #whorl2: $210
Ancient Coptic Textiles, 3rd-5th century AD

Coptic Egypt textile. Piece from same garment as above (#012), with very evident heart and intricate patterns. Warm tan to deep chocolate brown in color.
145 x 57 mm (5-3/4 x 2-1/4 inches)
Coptic textile ID#101: $215

Coptic Egypt textile. Long, sturdy piece of fabric, two pieces still sewn together, back to front. Depicts a swirling 'seahorse' pattern in lush red, tan and black. 210 x 65 mm (8-1/4 x 2-1/2 inches) Coptic textile ID#230: $275 SOLD

Coptic Egypt textile. Stylized heart form and intricate patterns. Warm tan to deep chocolate brown in color.
120mm x 110 mm (4-3/4 x 4-1/4 inches)
Coptic textile ID#012: $210

Coptic Egypt textile. Lovely piece depicting a wonderful anthropomorphic figure, most likely a man. Nice light off-white/tan and black.RARE!
90 x 80 mm (3-1/2 x 3-1/4 inches)
Coptic textile ID#507: $275

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