Textile fragment with ducks in roundels
Ancient Near Eastern ArtTextiles-Wovenca. 8th–9th century A.D.

Textile fragment with ducks in roundels is a textiles-woven of Islamic origin created in ca. 8th–9th century A.D. using silk measuring H. 8 in. (20.3 cm); W. 10 1/2 in. (26.7 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSilk
DimensionsH. 8 in. (20.3 cm); W. 10 1/2 in. (26.7 cm)
ClassificationTextiles-Woven
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineGift of Nanette B. Kelekian, in memory of Charles Dikran and Beatrice Kelekian, 1999
Dateca. 8th–9th century A.D.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Islamic culture, dating from the early Islamic period. The estimated date range is 700 – 900.

Geography

Origin: Central Asia or Caucasus region.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Textile fragment with ducks in roundels?

Textile fragment with ducks in roundels is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Textile fragment with ducks in roundels created?

Textile fragment with ducks in roundels dates to ca. 8th–9th century A.D..

What material is Textile fragment with ducks in roundels made from?

Textile fragment with ducks in roundels is crafted from silk.

Is Textile fragment with ducks in roundels in the public domain?

Textile fragment with ducks in roundels 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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