Ornament

present-day Uzbekistan · mid-19th century

Flag of UzbekistanIslamic ArtJewelrymid-19th century

Ornament is a jewelry Bukhara or Samarqand from present-day Uzbekistan created in mid-19th century using silver-gilt — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSilver-gilt
ClassificationJewelry
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineEdward C. Moore Collection, Bequest of Edward C. Moore, 1891
Datemid-19th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Bukhara or Samarqand, present-day Uzbekistan. Flag of Uzbekistan

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Ornament?

Ornament is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Ornament created?

Ornament dates to mid-19th century.

What material is Ornament made from?

Ornament is crafted from silver-gilt.

Where does Ornament originate?

Ornament originates from present-day Uzbekistan.

Is Ornament in the public domain?

Ornament is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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