Islamic ArtMetallate 19th–early 20th century
Crown is a metal created in late 19th–early 20th century using silver; fire-gilded and chased with wire chains, table cut carnelians and… measuring w/o hanging ornament: 2 1/8 x 7 in. (5.4 x 17.8 cm) w/… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silver; fire-gilded and chased with wire chains, table cut carnelians and turquoise beads; quilted cotton lining. |
| Dimensions | w/o hanging ornament: 2 1/8 x 7 in. (5.4 x 17.8 cm) w/ hanging ornament: 4 1/2 x 7 in. (11.4 x 17.8 cm) |
| Classification | Metal |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Marshall and Marilyn R. Wolf, 2006 |
| Date | late 19th–early 20th century |
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Crown?
Crown is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Crown created?
Crown dates to late 19th–early 20th century.
What material is Crown made from?
Crown is crafted from silver; fire-gilded and chased with wire chains, table cut carnelians and turquoise beads; quilted cotton lining..
Is Crown in the public domain?
Crown 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