Islamic ArtJewelrylate 19th–early 20th century
Amule is a jewelry created in late 19th–early 20th century using silver with silver twisted wire and applied decoration, slightly domed table… measuring 8 7/8 x 7 3/4 in. (22.5 x 19.7 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silver with silver twisted wire and applied decoration, slightly domed table cut carnelians and turquoise beads, silver link chains and spherical bells/beads. |
| Dimensions | 8 7/8 x 7 3/4 in. (22.5 x 19.7 cm) |
| Classification | Jewelry |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Marshall and Marilyn R. Wolf, 2016 |
| Date | late 19th–early 20th century |
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Amule?
Amule is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Amule created?
Amule dates to late 19th–early 20th century.
What material is Amule made from?
Amule is crafted from silver with silver twisted wire and applied decoration, slightly domed table cut carnelians and turquoise beads, silver link chains and spherical bells/beads..
Is Amule in the public domain?
Amule is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026