Textile
Asian ArtTextiles-Printed15th–early 16th century

Textile is a textiles-printed of India (Gujarat, for Indonesian Market) origin created in 15th–early 16th century using cotton, block-printed and mordant-dyed measuring Overall: 40 3/4 × 189 1/2 in. (103.5 × 481.3 cm) — now part of the Asian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumCotton, block-printed and mordant-dyed
DimensionsOverall: 40 3/4 × 189 1/2 in. (103.5 × 481.3 cm)
ClassificationTextiles-Printed
DepartmentAsian Art
Credit LineGift of Robert T. Coffland, in memory of Mary Hunt Kahlenberg, 2012
Date15th–early 16th century

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the India (Gujarat, for Indonesian Market) culture. The estimated date range is 1400 – 1533.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Textile?

Textile is housed in the Asian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Textile created?

Textile dates to 15th–early 16th century.

What material is Textile made from?

Textile is crafted from cotton, block-printed and mordant-dyed.

Is Textile in the public domain?

Textile is in the public domain and can be freely used.

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

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