Islamic ArtPaintings2012

By Shirazeh Houshiary (Iranian)

String is a paintings London from England created in 2012 using pencil, pigments, and acrylic on canvas and aluminum measuring Overall: H. 27 9/16 in. (70 cm) W. 27 9/16 in. (70… attributed to Shirazeh Houshiary (Iranian) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumPencil, pigments, and acrylic on canvas and aluminum
DimensionsOverall: H. 27 9/16 in. (70 cm) W. 27 9/16 in. (70 cm) Framed: H. 30 1/4 in. (76.8 cm) W. 30 1/4 in. (76.8 cm) D. 3 3/4 in. (9.5 cm)
ClassificationPaintings
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LinePurchase, 2011 NoRuz at The Met Benefit, 2012
Date2012

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: London, England.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses String?

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

When was String created?

String dates to 2012.

What material is String made from?

String is crafted from pencil, pigments, and acrylic on canvas and aluminum.

Where does String originate?

String originates from England.

Is String in the public domain?

String 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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