Islamic ArtTextiles-Woven-Brocadeca. 1875Face from Half of Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) is a textiles-woven-brocade from Northwestern Iran or Azerbaijan created in ca. 1875 using wool; reverse sumak brocaded, tapestry weave measuring H. 19 in. (48.3 cm) W. 17 3/4 in. (45.1 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Wool; reverse sumak brocaded, tapestry weave |
| Dimensions | H. 19 in. (48.3 cm) W. 17 3/4 in. (45.1 cm) |
| Classification | Textiles-Woven-Brocade |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Inger G. and William B. Ginsberg, 2015 |
| Date | ca. 1875 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Mughan Steppe, Northwestern Iran or Azerbaijan. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Face from Half of Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin)?
Face from Half of Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Face from Half of Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) created?
Face from Half of Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) dates to ca. 1875.
What material is Face from Half of Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) made from?
Face from Half of Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) is crafted from wool; reverse sumak brocaded, tapestry weave.
Where does Face from Half of Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) originate?
Face from Half of Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) originates from Northwestern Iran or Azerbaijan.
Is Face from Half of Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) in the public domain?
Face from Half of Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.