Ancient Near Eastern ArtTextiles-Costumesca. 8th century A.D.
Collar of a caftan is a textiles-costumes created in ca. 8th century A.D. using silk measuring 0.5 x 22.75 in. (1.27 x 57.79 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silk |
| Dimensions | 0.5 x 22.75 in. (1.27 x 57.79 cm) |
| Classification | Textiles-Costumes |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Jacqueline Simcox, 1999 |
| Date | ca. 8th century A.D. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Six Dynasties Period period. The estimated date range is 700 – 800.
Geography
Origin: Caucasus region.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Collar of a caftan?
Collar of a caftan is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Collar of a caftan created?
Collar of a caftan dates to ca. 8th century A.D..
What material is Collar of a caftan made from?
Collar of a caftan is crafted from silk.
Is Collar of a caftan in the public domain?
Collar of a caftan is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026