Islamic ArtTextiles-Woven?Brocade is a textiles-woven from Turkey created in ? using silk, gold thread, metal / ogival framework serge weave with gold thread lancé… measuring H. 44.75 in. (113.7 cm) W. 27 in. (68.6 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silk, gold thread, metal / ogival framework serge weave with gold thread lancé, gold thread consisting of gilded metal twisted around gold silk; tartar clouds in serge weave also; ground of medallions satin, designs in serge weave. |
| Dimensions | H. 44.75 in. (113.7 cm) W. 27 in. (68.6 cm) |
| Classification | Textiles-Woven |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1912 |
| Date | ? |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Turkey. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Brocade?
Brocade is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Brocade created?
Brocade dates to ?.
What material is Brocade made from?
Brocade is crafted from silk, gold thread, metal / ogival framework serge weave with gold thread lancé, gold thread consisting of gilded metal twisted around gold silk; tartar clouds in serge weave also; ground of medallions satin, designs in serge weave..
Where does Brocade originate?
Brocade originates from Turkey.
Is Brocade in the public domain?
Brocade is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.