Islamic ArtTextiles-Embroideredca. 1900Hanging is a textiles-embroidered Bahraich from India created in ca. 1900 using cotton; plain weave, appliquéd and embroidered measuring H. 183 in. (464.8 cm) W. 73 in. (185.4 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Cotton; plain weave, appliquéd and embroidered |
| Dimensions | H. 183 in. (464.8 cm) W. 73 in. (185.4 cm) |
| Classification | Textiles-Embroidered |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Rogers Fund, Anonymous Gift, in honor of W. G. and Mildred Archer, and Carolyn Kane Gift, 1986 |
| Date | ca. 1900 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Bahraich, India. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Hanging?
Hanging is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Hanging created?
Hanging dates to ca. 1900.
What material is Hanging made from?
Hanging is crafted from cotton; plain weave, appliquéd and embroidered.
Where does Hanging originate?
Hanging originates from India.
Is Hanging in the public domain?
Hanging 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