BABYLONICA TEXTA, a rich sort of weavings or hangings, denominated from the city Babylon, where the art of interweaving divers colours in hangings or tapestry was first practised. Hence also Babylonian garments, Babylonian skins, Babylonian carpets, housings, &c.
BABYLONICA TEXTA
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