Cover

India · ca. 1860

Flag of IndiaIslamic ArtTextiles-Wovenca. 1860

Cover is a textiles-woven from India created in ca. 1860 using wool; woven measuring 141.5 in. high 56.00 in. wide (359.4 cm high 142.2 cm wide) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumWool; woven
Dimensions141.5 in. high 56.00 in. wide (359.4 cm high 142.2 cm wide)
ClassificationTextiles-Woven
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineGift of Mrs. John A. Vanderpoel, 1908
Dateca. 1860

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Kashmir, India. Flag of India

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Cover?

Cover is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Cover created?

Cover dates to ca. 1860.

What material is Cover made from?

Cover is crafted from wool; woven.

Where does Cover originate?

Cover originates from India.

Is Cover in the public domain?

Cover is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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