India · ca. 1900

Flag of IndiaIslamic ArtTextiles-Embroideredca. 1900

Fragment 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

MediumCotton and silk; embroidered
Dimensions92.25 in. high 29.58 in. wide (234 cm high 75 cm wide)
ClassificationTextiles-Embroidered
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Frances de Forest Stewart, 1955
Dateca. 1900

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: probably Amritsar, Punjab, India. Flag of 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

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