Costume & Textilesmid-20th century
Cloak is a costume institute of Pakistani origin created in mid-20th century using cotton, silk, metal, glass, plastic — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | cotton, silk, metal, glass, plastic |
| Department | Costume Institute |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Catharine Breyer Van Bomel Foundation Fund, 1992 |
| Date | mid-20th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Pakistani culture. The estimated date range is 1925 – 1975.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Cloak?
Cloak is housed in the Costume Institute department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Cloak created?
Cloak dates to mid-20th century.
What material is Cloak made from?
Cloak is crafted from cotton, silk, metal, glass, plastic.
Is Cloak in the public domain?
Cloak 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