Islamic ArtTextiles-Woven-Brocadeca. 1920Brocaded Salt Bag is a textiles-woven-brocade from Western Iran created in ca. 1920 using wool and cotton; asymmetrically knotted wool pile, sumak brocaded, tapestry… measuring H. 21 in. (53.3 cm) W. 19 in. (48.3 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Wool and cotton; asymmetrically knotted wool pile, sumak brocaded, tapestry weave back |
| Dimensions | H. 21 in. (53.3 cm) W. 19 in. (48.3 cm) |
| Classification | Textiles-Woven-Brocade |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Inger G. and William B. Ginsberg, 2015 |
| Date | ca. 1920 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Western Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Brocaded Salt Bag?
Brocaded Salt Bag is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Brocaded Salt Bag created?
Brocaded Salt Bag dates to ca. 1920.
What material is Brocaded Salt Bag made from?
Brocaded Salt Bag is crafted from wool and cotton; asymmetrically knotted wool pile, sumak brocaded, tapestry weave back.
Where does Brocaded Salt Bag originate?
Brocaded Salt Bag originates from Western Iran.
Is Brocaded Salt Bag in the public domain?
Brocaded Salt Bag 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