Islamic ArtTextileslate 12th–mid-13th centuryTextile Fragment Depicting a Figure and Mythical Animals is a textiles from Iran|Iran created in late 12th–mid-13th century using silk; compound plain weave with supplementary wefts measuring Width: 12 7/8 in. (32.7 cm) Length: 17 1/16 in. (43.4… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silk; compound plain weave with supplementary wefts |
| Dimensions | Width: 12 7/8 in. (32.7 cm) Length: 17 1/16 in. (43.4 cm) Other: 11/16 in. (1.7 cm) |
| Classification | Textiles |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Le musée des Tissus de Lyon (MT 36.612) |
| Date | late 12th–mid-13th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Iran|Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Textile Fragment Depicting a Figure and Mythical Animals?
Textile Fragment Depicting a Figure and Mythical Animals is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Textile Fragment Depicting a Figure and Mythical Animals created?
Textile Fragment Depicting a Figure and Mythical Animals dates to late 12th–mid-13th century.
What material is Textile Fragment Depicting a Figure and Mythical Animals made from?
Textile Fragment Depicting a Figure and Mythical Animals is crafted from silk; compound plain weave with supplementary wefts.
Where does Textile Fragment Depicting a Figure and Mythical Animals originate?
Textile Fragment Depicting a Figure and Mythical Animals originates from Iran|Iran.
Is Textile Fragment Depicting a Figure and Mythical Animals in the public domain?
Textile Fragment Depicting a Figure and Mythical Animals is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.