India · ca. 1900
Islamic ArtTextiles-Embroideredca. 1900Fragment is a textiles-embroidered probably Amritsar from India created in ca. 1900 using cotton and silk; embroidered measuring 92.25 in. high 29.58 in. wide (234 cm high 75 cm wide) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Cotton and silk; embroidered |
| Dimensions | 92.25 in. high 29.58 in. wide (234 cm high 75 cm wide) |
| Classification | Textiles-Embroidered |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Mrs. Frances de Forest Stewart, 1955 |
| Date | ca. 1900 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: probably Amritsar, Punjab, 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. 1900.
What material is Fragment made from?
Fragment is crafted from cotton and silk; embroidered.
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