Why was this made, and how was it used?
Historians have not discovered why this object was made; however, there are many estimates of its purpose. Roundel with Amazons on horseback was created in the shape of a medallion in beige on a blue purple ground. Medallions were usually used for decoration during this time. Its size and color can tell us a lot about its use. The tiny fragment square shape suggests that this particular silk was used as decoration on a tunic or something small compared to other examples of larger silks that could not fit on clothing. This technique was used to give the Tunic a strong visual appeal and was used as a form of luxury decoration. While the tunic of this particular medallion did not survive over time, the silk still remains. It was common for the linen to be cut away and discarded while the silk was seen as a luxury good and was kept safe. We can assume that this medallion was designed universally and then found its place.
It is interesting to theorize who could have possibly decorated their clothing or living space with this medallion. While historians have not researched this topic thoroughly, we can assume that other women wore these fearsome warriors' images. It is palpable that these warrior women embodied empowerment, so women likely wore these medallions on their clothing or used them for decoration. It is also possible that they were common for women in Greek cultures. Every Greek hero had to prove his abilities by fighting a powerful warrior queen.
