Islamic ArtTextilessecond half 13th–14th century
Textile Fragment is a textiles created in second half 13th–14th century using silk, silvered (?) animal substrate wound around a cotton core; lampas measuring Textile: L. 14 in. (35.6 cm) W. 6 1/2 in… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silk, silvered (?) animal substrate wound around a cotton core; lampas |
| Dimensions | Textile: L. 14 in. (35.6 cm) W. 6 1/2 in. (16.5 cm) Mount: L. 18 1/4 in. (46.4 cm) W. 10 7/8 in. (27.6 cm) D. 7/8 in. (2.2 cm) |
| Classification | Textiles |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Friends of Islamic Art Gifts, 1996 |
| Date | second half 13th–14th century |
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Textile Fragment?
Textile Fragment is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Textile Fragment created?
Textile Fragment dates to second half 13th–14th century.
What material is Textile Fragment made from?
Textile Fragment is crafted from silk, silvered (?) animal substrate wound around a cotton core; lampas.
Is Textile Fragment in the public domain?
Textile Fragment is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026