Moroccan · early 20th century
Costume & Textilesearly 20th centuryOrnament is a costume institute of Moroccan origin created in early 20th century using coral, cotton, silver, turquoise, shell, glass, stone — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | coral, cotton, silver, turquoise, shell, glass, stone |
| Department | Costume Institute |
| Credit Line | Gift of Muriel Kallis Newman, 2008 |
| Date | early 20th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Moroccan culture. The estimated date range is 1900 – 1950.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Ornament?
Ornament is housed in the Costume Institute department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Ornament created?
Ornament dates to early 20th century.
What material is Ornament made from?
Ornament is crafted from coral, cotton, silver, turquoise, shell, glass, stone.
Is Ornament in the public domain?
Ornament 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