Flag of TurkeyCostume & Textiles19th century

Scuffs is a costume institute of probably Turkish origin created in 19th century using silk — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

Mediumsilk
DepartmentCostume Institute
Credit LineGift of Mrs. W. H. Chamberlain, 1938
Date19th century

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the probably Turkish culture. The estimated date range is 1800 – 1899.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Scuffs?

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

When was Scuffs created?

Scuffs dates to 19th century.

What material is Scuffs made from?

Scuffs is crafted from silk.

Is Scuffs in the public domain?

Scuffs 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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