Islamic ArtJewelrylate 19th–early 20th century
Dorsal Plait Ornament is a jewelry created in late 19th–early 20th century using silver; fire-gilded with stamped and applied decoration, with persian silver… measuring 22 3/8 x 5 3/4 in. (56.8 x 14.7 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silver; fire-gilded with stamped and applied decoration, with Persian silver coins, table-cut carnelians, loop-in-loop chains, bells, and cordiform pendants |
| Dimensions | 22 3/8 x 5 3/4 in. (56.8 x 14.7 cm) |
| Classification | Jewelry |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Marshall and Marilyn R. Wolf, 2005 |
| Date | late 19th–early 20th century |
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Dorsal Plait Ornament?
Dorsal Plait Ornament is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Dorsal Plait Ornament created?
Dorsal Plait Ornament dates to late 19th–early 20th century.
What material is Dorsal Plait Ornament made from?
Dorsal Plait Ornament is crafted from silver; fire-gilded with stamped and applied decoration, with persian silver coins, table-cut carnelians, loop-in-loop chains, bells, and cordiform pendants.
Is Dorsal Plait Ornament in the public domain?
Dorsal Plait Ornament 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