India · late 17th century
Islamic ArtTextiles-Painted and/or Printedlate 17th centuryFragment is a textiles-painted and/or printed from India created in late 17th century using cotton; plain weave, mordant-painted and dyed, resist-dyed measuring 49 × 26 in. (124.5 × 66 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Cotton; plain weave, mordant-painted and dyed, resist-dyed |
| Dimensions | 49 × 26 in. (124.5 × 66 cm) |
| Classification | Textiles-Painted and/or Printed |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | The Alice and Nasli Heeramaneck Collection, Gift of Alice Heeramaneck, 1982 |
| Date | late 17th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: 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 late 17th century.
What material is Fragment made from?
Fragment is crafted from cotton; plain weave, mordant-painted and dyed, resist-dyed.
Where does Fragment originate?
Fragment originates from India.
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