Islamic ArtTextiles-Woven-Brocadelast quarter 19th centuryFlour 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
| Medium | Wool and cotton; sumak brocaded, asymmetrically knotted wool pile, wool tapestry weave |
| Dimensions | H. 40 1/2 in. (102.9 cm) W. 56 in. (142.2 cm) |
| Classification | Textiles-Woven-Brocade |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Inger G. and William B. Ginsberg, 2015 |
| Date | last quarter 19th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Western 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.