Islamic ArtTextiles-Rugsfirst half 10th century
Reed Mat is a textiles-rugs Tiberias from present-day Israel created in first half 10th century using hemp (warp), straw (weft); weft faced plain weave, brocaded measuring Rug: L. 63 3/8 in. (161 cm) W. 33 7/8 in. (86… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Hemp (warp), straw (weft); weft faced plain weave, brocaded |
| Dimensions | Rug: L. 63 3/8 in. (161 cm) W. 33 7/8 in. (86 cm) Mount: L. 66 1/4 in. (168.3 cm) W. 33 5/8 in. (85.4 cm) D. 3 1/8 in. (7.9 cm) Wt. 65 lbs. (29.5 kg) |
| Classification | Textiles-Rugs |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Joseph Pulitzer Bequest, 1939 |
| Date | first half 10th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Tiberias, present-day Israel.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Reed Mat?
Reed Mat is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Reed Mat created?
Reed Mat dates to first half 10th century.
What material is Reed Mat made from?
Reed Mat is crafted from hemp (warp), straw (weft); weft faced plain weave, brocaded.
Where does Reed Mat originate?
Reed Mat originates from present-day Israel.
Is Reed Mat in the public domain?
Reed Mat is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026