Fragments of a Frieze with Chasing Animals
Flag of TurkeyIslamic ArtStuccosecond half 12th–first half 13th century

Fragments of a Frieze with Chasing Animals is a stucco Konya from Turkey created in second half 12th–first half 13th century using stucco; molded and carved measuring Object a: L. 5-1/4 in. (13.3 cm) H. 2 1/4… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumStucco; molded and carved
DimensionsObject a: L. 5-1/4 in. (13.3 cm) H. 2 1/4 in. (5.7 cm) Object b: L. 7 in. (17.8 cm) H. 2 1/4 in. (5.7 cm) Object c: L. 5-3/4 in. (14.6 cm) H. 2 1/4 in. (5.7 cm) Object d. L. 3-3/4 in. (9.5 cm) H. 2 1/4 in. (5.7 cm)
ClassificationStucco
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineGift of Professor Maan Z. Madina, 1984
Datesecond half 12th–first half 13th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Konya, Turkey. Flag of Turkey

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Fragments of a Frieze with Chasing Animals?

Fragments of a Frieze with Chasing Animals is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Fragments of a Frieze with Chasing Animals created?

Fragments of a Frieze with Chasing Animals dates to second half 12th–first half 13th century.

What material is Fragments of a Frieze with Chasing Animals made from?

Fragments of a Frieze with Chasing Animals is crafted from stucco; molded and carved.

Where does Fragments of a Frieze with Chasing Animals originate?

Fragments of a Frieze with Chasing Animals originates from Turkey.

Is Fragments of a Frieze with Chasing Animals in the public domain?

Fragments of a Frieze with Chasing Animals is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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