Flag of UzbekistanIslamic ArtTextiles-Costumeslate 19th–early 20th century

Slipper is a textiles-costumes from present-day Uzbekistan created in late 19th–early 20th century using silver with applied decoration, twisted silver wire, silver stamped beading… measuring 11 in. (27.9 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSilver with applied decoration, twisted silver wire, silver stamped beading, and slightly domed turquoises and carnelians and turquoise beads lined with red cotton fabric.
Dimensions11 in. (27.9 cm)
ClassificationTextiles-Costumes
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineGift of Marshall and Marilyn R. Wolf, 2015
Datelate 19th–early 20th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: present-day Uzbekistan. Flag of Uzbekistan

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Slipper?

Slipper is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Slipper created?

Slipper dates to late 19th–early 20th century.

What material is Slipper made from?

Slipper is crafted from silver with applied decoration, twisted silver wire, silver stamped beading, and slightly domed turquoises and carnelians and turquoise beads lined with red cotton fabric..

Where does Slipper originate?

Slipper originates from present-day Uzbekistan.

Is Slipper in the public domain?

Slipper 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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