Flag of IranIslamic ArtTextileslate 12th–mid-13th century

Textile 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

MediumSilk; compound plain weave with supplementary wefts
DimensionsWidth: 12 7/8 in. (32.7 cm) Length: 17 1/16 in. (43.4 cm) Other: 11/16 in. (1.7 cm)
ClassificationTextiles
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineLe musée des Tissus de Lyon (MT 36.612)
Datelate 12th–mid-13th century

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Geography

Origin: Iran|Iran. Flag of 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.

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

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