India or Pakistan · ca. 1650
Islamic ArtTextiles-Rugsca. 1650Fragment is a textiles-rugs Kashmir or Lahore from India or Pakistan created in ca. 1650 using silk (warp and weft), pashmina wool (pile); asymmetrically knotted pile measuring H. 14 3/4 in. (37.5 cm) W. 13 1/4 in. (33.7 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silk (warp and weft), pashmina wool (pile); asymmetrically knotted pile |
| Dimensions | H. 14 3/4 in. (37.5 cm) W. 13 1/4 in. (33.7 cm) |
| Classification | Textiles-Rugs |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | The Friedsam Collection, Bequest of Michael Friedsam, 1931 |
| Date | ca. 1650 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Kashmir or Lahore, India or Pakistan. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Fragment?
Fragment is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Fragment created?
Fragment dates to ca. 1650.
What material is Fragment made from?
Fragment is crafted from silk (warp and weft), pashmina wool (pile); asymmetrically knotted pile.
Where does Fragment originate?
Fragment originates from India or Pakistan.
Is Fragment in the public domain?
Fragment is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026