Costume & Textilesearly 1900sLoincloth is a costume institute of Burmese (Mara) origin created in early 1900s using cotton, silk — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | cotton, silk |
| Department | Costume Institute |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Irene Lewisohn Bequest, 2002 |
| Date | early 1900s |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Burmese (Mara) culture. The estimated date range is 1900 – 1950.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Loincloth?
Loincloth is housed in the Costume Institute department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Loincloth created?
Loincloth dates to early 1900s.
What material is Loincloth made from?
Loincloth is crafted from cotton, silk.
Is Loincloth in the public domain?
Loincloth 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