Islamic ArtTextiles-Wovenca. 1875Half of Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) is a textiles-woven from Southern Iran created in ca. 1875 using wool; pile weave, double-cloth, tapestry weave measuring H. 48 1/4 in. (122.6 cm) W. 25 1/4 in. (64.1 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Wool; pile weave, double-cloth, tapestry weave |
| Dimensions | H. 48 1/4 in. (122.6 cm) W. 25 1/4 in. (64.1 cm) |
| Classification | Textiles-Woven |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Inger G. and William B. Ginsberg, 2015 |
| Date | ca. 1875 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Southern Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Half of Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin)?
Half of Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Half of Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) created?
Half of Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) dates to ca. 1875.
What material is Half of Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) made from?
Half of Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) is crafted from wool; pile weave, double-cloth, tapestry weave.
Where does Half of Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) originate?
Half of Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) originates from Southern Iran.
Is Half of Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) in the public domain?
Half of Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) 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