Islamic ArtTextiles-Woven-Brocadeca. 1900–1910Small Torba Bag is a textiles-woven-brocade from Iran created in ca. 1900–1910 using wool (warp, weft, and pile); asymmetrically knotted pile (front), brocaded… measuring H. 21 in. (53.3 cm) W. 19 in. (48.3 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Wool (warp, weft, and pile); asymmetrically knotted pile (front), brocaded (back) |
| Dimensions | H. 21 in. (53.3 cm) W. 19 in. (48.3 cm) |
| Classification | Textiles-Woven-Brocade |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Inger G. and William B. Ginsberg, 2015 |
| Date | ca. 1900–1910 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Small Torba Bag?
Small Torba Bag is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Small Torba Bag created?
Small Torba Bag dates to ca. 1900–1910.
What material is Small Torba Bag made from?
Small Torba Bag is crafted from wool (warp, weft, and pile); asymmetrically knotted pile (front), brocaded (back).
Where does Small Torba Bag originate?
Small Torba Bag originates from Iran.
Is Small Torba Bag in the public domain?
Small Torba Bag 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