Islamic ArtTextiles-Woven-Brocadeca. 1850Half of Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) is a textiles-woven-brocade from Northwestern Iran created in ca. 1850 using wool; sumak brocaded, slit tapestry weave measuring H. 26 in. (66 cm) W. 21 1/2 in. (54.6 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Wool; sumak brocaded, slit tapestry weave |
| Dimensions | H. 26 in. (66 cm) W. 21 1/2 in. (54.6 cm) |
| Classification | Textiles-Woven-Brocade |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Inger G. and William B. Ginsberg, 2015 |
| Date | ca. 1850 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Northwestern 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. 1850.
What material is Half of Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) made from?
Half of Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) is crafted from wool; sumak brocaded, slit tapestry weave.
Where does Half of Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) originate?
Half of Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) originates from Northwestern Iran.
Is Half of Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) in the public domain?
Half of Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin) is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026