Western India · first half 17th century
Islamic ArtTextiles-Painted and/or Printedfirst half 17th centuryCover is a textiles-painted and/or printed from Western India created in first half 17th century using cotton; plain weave, mordant dyed and painted, resist dyed measuring Textile: L. 32 5/16 in. (82.1 cm) W. 18 1/2… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Cotton; plain weave, mordant dyed and painted, resist dyed |
| Dimensions | Textile: L. 32 5/16 in. (82.1 cm) W. 18 1/2 in. (47 cm) Mount: L. 37 1/4 in. (94.6 cm) W. 23 3/4 in. (60.3 cm) D. 1 in. (2.5 cm) |
| Classification | Textiles-Painted and/or Printed |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Imre Schwaiger, 1928 |
| Date | first half 17th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Western 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 first half 17th century.
What material is Cover made from?
Cover is crafted from cotton; plain weave, mordant dyed and painted, resist dyed.
Where does Cover originate?
Cover originates from Western 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