Face from a Large Bag (Chuval)
Flag of IranIslamic ArtTextiles-Wovenca. 1860–70

Face from a Large Bag (Chuval) is a textiles-woven from probably Western Iran created in ca. 1860–70 using wool (warp, weft, and pile); asymmetrically knotted pile, tapestry weave measuring H. 43 in. (109.2 cm) W. 34.5 in. (87.6 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumWool (warp, weft, and pile); asymmetrically knotted pile, tapestry weave
DimensionsH. 43 in. (109.2 cm) W. 34.5 in. (87.6 cm)
ClassificationTextiles-Woven
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineGift of Inger G. and William B. Ginsberg, 2015
Dateca. 1860–70

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: probably Western Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Face from a Large Bag (Chuval)?

Face from a Large Bag (Chuval) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Face from a Large Bag (Chuval) created?

Face from a Large Bag (Chuval) dates to ca. 1860–70.

What material is Face from a Large Bag (Chuval) made from?

Face from a Large Bag (Chuval) is crafted from wool (warp, weft, and pile); asymmetrically knotted pile, tapestry weave.

Where does Face from a Large Bag (Chuval) originate?

Face from a Large Bag (Chuval) originates from probably Western Iran.

Is Face from a Large Bag (Chuval) in the public domain?

Face from a Large Bag (Chuval) 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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