Flour bags, one of a pair
Flag of IranIslamic ArtTextiles-Woven-Brocadelast quarter 19th century

Flour bags, one of a pair is a textiles-woven-brocade from Western Iran created in last quarter 19th century using wool and cotton; sumak brocaded, asymmetrically knotted wool pile, wool… measuring H. 40 1/2 in. (102.9 cm) W. 56 in. (142.2 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumWool and cotton; sumak brocaded, asymmetrically knotted wool pile, wool tapestry weave
DimensionsH. 40 1/2 in. (102.9 cm) W. 56 in. (142.2 cm)
ClassificationTextiles-Woven-Brocade
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineGift of Inger G. and William B. Ginsberg, 2015
Datelast quarter 19th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Western Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Flour bags, one of a pair?

Flour bags, one of a pair is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Flour bags, one of a pair created?

Flour bags, one of a pair dates to last quarter 19th century.

What material is Flour bags, one of a pair made from?

Flour bags, one of a pair is crafted from wool and cotton; sumak brocaded, asymmetrically knotted wool pile, wool tapestry weave.

Where does Flour bags, one of a pair originate?

Flour bags, one of a pair originates from Western Iran.

Is Flour bags, one of a pair in the public domain?

Flour bags, one of a pair 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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