Islamic ArtTextiles-Woven-Brocadeca. 1900Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) is a textiles-woven-brocade from Iran created in ca. 1900 using wool; pile weave, brocaded (front), wool tapestry weave (back), doublecloth measuring H. 41 in. (104.1 cm) W. 23 in. (58.4 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Wool; pile weave, brocaded (front), wool tapestry weave (back), doublecloth |
| Dimensions | H. 41 in. (104.1 cm) W. 23 in. (58.4 cm) |
| Classification | Textiles-Woven-Brocade |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Inger G. and William B. Ginsberg, 2015 |
| Date | ca. 1900 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin)?
Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) created?
Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) dates to ca. 1900.
What material is Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) made from?
Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) is crafted from wool; pile weave, brocaded (front), wool tapestry weave (back), doublecloth.
Where does Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) originate?
Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) originates from Iran.
Is Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) in the public domain?
Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) 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