India · ca. 1910
Islamic ArtTextiles-Wovenca. 1910Fragment is a textiles-woven Varanasi from India created in ca. 1910 using silk and metal thread; brocaded measuring 4 in. high 4.00 in. wide (10.2 cm high 10.2 cm wide) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silk and metal thread; brocaded |
| Dimensions | 4 in. high 4.00 in. wide (10.2 cm high 10.2 cm wide) |
| Classification | Textiles-Woven |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of the Museum of the Cranbrook Academy of Art, 1946 |
| Date | ca. 1910 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Varanasi, India. 
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. 1910.
What material is Fragment made from?
Fragment is crafted from silk and metal thread; brocaded.
Where does Fragment originate?
Fragment originates from India.
Is Fragment in the public domain?
Fragment 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