Costume & Textilesfourth quarter 19th century
Headscarf is a costume institute of Romanian origin created in fourth quarter 19th century using wool, metal — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | wool, metal |
| Department | Costume Institute |
| Credit Line | Brooklyn Museum Costume Collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Gift of the Brooklyn Museum, 2009; Gift of Grace Potter Leeds, 1957 |
| Date | fourth quarter 19th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Romanian culture. The estimated date range is 1876 – 1899.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Headscarf?
Headscarf is housed in the Costume Institute department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Headscarf created?
Headscarf dates to fourth quarter 19th century.
What material is Headscarf made from?
Headscarf is crafted from wool, metal.
Is Headscarf in the public domain?
Headscarf 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