Flag of EgyptCostume & Textilesearly 1980s

Scarf is a costume institute of Egyptian origin created in early 1980s using cotton, metal — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

Mediumcotton, metal
DepartmentCostume Institute
Credit LineGift of Muriel Kallis Newman, 2003
Dateearly 1980s

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Egyptian culture. The estimated date range is 1980 – 1985.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Scarf?

Scarf is housed in the Costume Institute department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Scarf created?

Scarf dates to early 1980s.

What material is Scarf made from?

Scarf is crafted from cotton, metal.

Is Scarf in the public domain?

Scarf 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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