French, Beautiran · 18th century

Flag of IranEuropean Sculpture and Decorative ArtsTextiles-Printed18th century

By J.P. Meillier et Cie

Piece is a textiles-printed of French, Beautiran origin created in 18th century using cotton measuring H. 66 x W. 49 inches 167.6 x 124.5 cm attributed to J.P. Meillier et Cie — now part of the European Sculpture and Decorative Arts collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumCotton
DimensionsH. 66 x W. 49 inches 167.6 x 124.5 cm
ClassificationTextiles-Printed
DepartmentEuropean Sculpture and Decorative Arts
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1941
Date18th century

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the French, Beautiran culture. The estimated date range is 1700 – 1799.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Piece?

Piece is housed in the European Sculpture and Decorative Arts department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Piece created?

Piece dates to 18th century.

What material is Piece made from?

Piece is crafted from cotton.

Is Piece in the public domain?

Piece 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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