Modern and Contemporary ArtSculpture2010
By Monir Shahroudy Farmanfarmaian (Iranian)
Flight of the Dolphin is a sculpture created in 2010 using mirror mosaic, reverse glass painting, glue and plaster on wood measuring 55 1/4 x 55 1/4 x 1 3/4 in. (140.3 x 140.3 x 4.4 cm) attributed to Monir Shahroudy Farmanfarmaian (Iranian) — now part of the Modern and Contemporary Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Mirror mosaic, reverse glass painting, glue and plaster on wood |
| Dimensions | 55 1/4 x 55 1/4 x 1 3/4 in. (140.3 x 140.3 x 4.4 cm) |
| Classification | Sculpture |
| Department | Modern and Contemporary Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Gift of Hon. and Mrs. Peter I. B. Lavan, by exchange, 2010 |
| Date | 2010 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Flight of the Dolphin?
Flight of the Dolphin is housed in the Modern and Contemporary Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Flight of the Dolphin created?
Flight of the Dolphin dates to 2010.
What material is Flight of the Dolphin made from?
Flight of the Dolphin is crafted from mirror mosaic, reverse glass painting, glue and plaster on wood.
Is Flight of the Dolphin in the public domain?
Flight of the Dolphin 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