Textile fragment: walking ram with a neckband and fluttering ribbons
Flag of IranAncient Near Eastern ArtTextiles-Wovenca. 7th century A.D.

Textile fragment: walking ram with a neckband and fluttering ribbons is a textiles-woven of Sasanian origin created in ca. 7th century A.D. using wool, linen measuring 21.8 x 10.5 cm — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumWool, linen
Dimensions21.8 x 10.5 cm
ClassificationTextiles-Woven
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineAnonymous Gift, 1977
Dateca. 7th century A.D.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Sasanian culture, dating from the Sasanian period. The estimated date range is 600 – 700.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Textile fragment: walking ram with a neckband and fluttering ribbons?

Textile fragment: walking ram with a neckband and fluttering ribbons is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Textile fragment: walking ram with a neckband and fluttering ribbons created?

Textile fragment: walking ram with a neckband and fluttering ribbons dates to ca. 7th century A.D..

What material is Textile fragment: walking ram with a neckband and fluttering ribbons made from?

Textile fragment: walking ram with a neckband and fluttering ribbons is crafted from wool, linen.

Is Textile fragment: walking ram with a neckband and fluttering ribbons in the public domain?

Textile fragment: walking ram with a neckband and fluttering ribbons 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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