Flag of JordanThe CloistersMosaicsca. 535/536

Mosaic Fragment with a Pair of Goats is a mosaics from Jordan, ecavated at Khirbat al-Mukhayyat created in ca. 535/536 using colored stone tesserae on a white background measuring 135 1/16 x 124 x 5 7/8 in. (343 x 315 x 15 cm) — now part of the The Cloisters collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumColored stone tesserae on a white background
Dimensions135 1/16 x 124 x 5 7/8 in. (343 x 315 x 15 cm)
ClassificationMosaics
DepartmentThe Cloisters
Credit LineFranciscan Archaeological Institute–Mount Nebo, Custody of the Holy Land
Dateca. 535/536

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Jordan, ecavated at Khirbat al-Mukhayyat. Flag of Jordan

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Mosaic Fragment with a Pair of Goats?

Mosaic Fragment with a Pair of Goats is housed in the The Cloisters department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Mosaic Fragment with a Pair of Goats created?

Mosaic Fragment with a Pair of Goats dates to ca. 535/536.

What material is Mosaic Fragment with a Pair of Goats made from?

Mosaic Fragment with a Pair of Goats is crafted from colored stone tesserae on a white background.

Where does Mosaic Fragment with a Pair of Goats originate?

Mosaic Fragment with a Pair of Goats originates from Jordan, ecavated at Khirbat al-Mukhayyat.

Is Mosaic Fragment with a Pair of Goats in the public domain?

Mosaic Fragment with a Pair of Goats 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

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