Islamic ArtTextiles-Painted and/or Printedca. 1654
Reception of a Dutch Ambassador is a textiles-painted and/or printed created in ca. 1654 using cotton; plain weave, mordant-painted and dyed, resist-dyed measuring L. 76 3/8 in. (194 cm) W. 107 7/8 in. (274 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Cotton; plain weave, mordant-painted and dyed, resist-dyed |
| Dimensions | L. 76 3/8 in. (194 cm) W. 107 7/8 in. (274 cm) |
| Classification | Textiles-Painted and/or Printed |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Les Arts Décoratifs, musée de la Mode et du Textile, Paris |
| Date | ca. 1654 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Reception of a Dutch Ambassador?
Reception of a Dutch Ambassador is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Reception of a Dutch Ambassador created?
Reception of a Dutch Ambassador dates to ca. 1654.
What material is Reception of a Dutch Ambassador made from?
Reception of a Dutch Ambassador is crafted from cotton; plain weave, mordant-painted and dyed, resist-dyed.
Is Reception of a Dutch Ambassador in the public domain?
Reception of a Dutch Ambassador 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