Islamic ArtTextiles-Costumessecond half 17th centurySash (Patka) with a Floral Border is a textiles-costumes from India created in second half 17th century using cotton, silk; plain weave, embroidered measuring Textile: L. 125 in. (317.5 cm) W. 27 in. (68.6… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Cotton, silk; plain weave, embroidered |
| Dimensions | Textile: L. 125 in. (317.5 cm) W. 27 in. (68.6 cm) |
| Classification | Textiles-Costumes |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | The Alice and Nasli Heeramaneck Collection, Gift of Alice Heeramaneck, 1983 |
| Date | second half 17th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: India. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Sash (Patka) with a Floral Border?
Sash (Patka) with a Floral Border is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Sash (Patka) with a Floral Border created?
Sash (Patka) with a Floral Border dates to second half 17th century.
What material is Sash (Patka) with a Floral Border made from?
Sash (Patka) with a Floral Border is crafted from cotton, silk; plain weave, embroidered.
Where does Sash (Patka) with a Floral Border originate?
Sash (Patka) with a Floral Border originates from India.
Is Sash (Patka) with a Floral Border in the public domain?
Sash (Patka) with a Floral Border is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026