Flag of IranIslamic ArtTextiles-Painted and/or Printed1958

By Siah Armajani (Iranian)

Shirt #1 is a textiles-painted and/or printed from Iran created in 1958 using cloth, pencil, ink, wood measuring H. 31 3/4 in. (80.6 cm) W. 29 7/8 in. (76.2 cm) attributed to Siah Armajani (Iranian) โ€” now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumCloth, pencil, ink, wood
DimensionsH. 31 3/4 in. (80.6 cm) W. 29 7/8 in. (76.2 cm)
ClassificationTextiles-Painted and/or Printed
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LinePurchase, 2011 NoRuz at The Met Benefit, 2012
Date1958

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Shirt #1?

Shirt #1 is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Shirt #1 created?

Shirt #1 dates to 1958.

What material is Shirt #1 made from?

Shirt #1 is crafted from cloth, pencil, ink, wood.

Where does Shirt #1 originate?

Shirt #1 originates from Iran.

Is Shirt #1 in the public domain?

Shirt #1 is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access ยท Last updated: April 2026

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