Flag of EgyptThe CloistersTextiles5th–7th century

Fragments of a Wall Hanging with Figures in Elaborate Dress is a textiles from Egypt created in 5th–7th century using tapestry weave in polychrome wool measuring 46.128a: 40 9/16 x 58 3/8 in. (103 x 148.2 cm); 46.128b: 2… — now part of the The Cloisters collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumTapestry weave in polychrome wool
Dimensions46.128a: 40 9/16 x 58 3/8 in. (103 x 148.2 cm); 46.128b: 2 3/16 x 6 1/8 in. (5.5 x 15.5 cm)
ClassificationTextiles
DepartmentThe Cloisters
Credit LineBrooklyn Museum, New York, Charles Edwin Wilbour Fund (46.128a–b)
Date5th–7th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Fragments of a Wall Hanging with Figures in Elaborate Dress?

Fragments of a Wall Hanging with Figures in Elaborate Dress is housed in the The Cloisters department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Fragments of a Wall Hanging with Figures in Elaborate Dress created?

Fragments of a Wall Hanging with Figures in Elaborate Dress dates to 5th–7th century.

What material is Fragments of a Wall Hanging with Figures in Elaborate Dress made from?

Fragments of a Wall Hanging with Figures in Elaborate Dress is crafted from tapestry weave in polychrome wool.

Where does Fragments of a Wall Hanging with Figures in Elaborate Dress originate?

Fragments of a Wall Hanging with Figures in Elaborate Dress originates from Egypt.

Is Fragments of a Wall Hanging with Figures in Elaborate Dress in the public domain?

Fragments of a Wall Hanging with Figures in Elaborate Dress 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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