Islamic ArtJewelrylate 19th–early 20th century
Headdress is a jewelry created in late 19th–early 20th century using silver; fire-gilded with openwork decoration and engraving/punching table cut… measuring H. 7 in. (17.8 cm) W. 12 1/4 in. (31.1 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silver; fire-gilded with openwork decoration and engraving/punching table cut carnelians, silver chains and pendants, and embossed and applique work. |
| Dimensions | H. 7 in. (17.8 cm) W. 12 1/4 in. (31.1 cm) |
| Classification | Jewelry |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Marshall and Marilyn R. Wolf, 2013 |
| Date | late 19th–early 20th century |
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Headdress?
Headdress is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Headdress created?
Headdress dates to late 19th–early 20th century.
What material is Headdress made from?
Headdress is crafted from silver; fire-gilded with openwork decoration and engraving/punching table cut carnelians, silver chains and pendants, and embossed and applique work..
Is Headdress in the public domain?
Headdress 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