Flag of TurkeyIslamic ArtStuccoca. 1160s–70s

Fragment of a Floriated Kufic Inscription is a stucco Konya from Anatolia|Turkey created in ca. 1160s–70s using stucco; molded measuring 5 7/8 × 5 1/8 × 1 15/16 in. (15 × 13 × 5 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumStucco; molded
Dimensions5 7/8 × 5 1/8 × 1 15/16 in. (15 × 13 × 5 cm)
ClassificationStucco
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineVictoria and Albert Museum, London (374:42-1906)
Dateca. 1160s–70s

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Konya, Anatolia|Turkey. Flag of Turkey

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Fragment of a Floriated Kufic Inscription?

Fragment of a Floriated Kufic Inscription is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Fragment of a Floriated Kufic Inscription created?

Fragment of a Floriated Kufic Inscription dates to ca. 1160s–70s.

What material is Fragment of a Floriated Kufic Inscription made from?

Fragment of a Floriated Kufic Inscription is crafted from stucco; molded.

Where does Fragment of a Floriated Kufic Inscription originate?

Fragment of a Floriated Kufic Inscription originates from Anatolia|Turkey.

Is Fragment of a Floriated Kufic Inscription in the public domain?

Fragment of a Floriated Kufic Inscription 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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