Costume & Textilesearly 1980sScarf 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
| Medium | cotton, metal |
| Department | Costume Institute |
| Credit Line | Gift of Muriel Kallis Newman, 2003 |
| Date | early 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