Ancient Near Eastern ArtTextiles-Costumesca. 8th century A.D.
Pair of leggings is a textiles-costumes created in ca. 8th century A.D. using cotton measuring 34.25 x 12 in. (87 x 30.48 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Cotton |
| Dimensions | 34.25 x 12 in. (87 x 30.48 cm) |
| Classification | Textiles-Costumes |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Jacqueline Simcox, 1999 |
| Date | ca. 8th century A.D. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Six Dynasties Period period. The estimated date range is 700 – 800.
Geography
Origin: Caucasus region.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Pair of leggings?
Pair of leggings is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Pair of leggings created?
Pair of leggings dates to ca. 8th century A.D..
What material is Pair of leggings made from?
Pair of leggings is crafted from cotton.
Is Pair of leggings in the public domain?
Pair of leggings is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026