Islamic ArtTextiles-Wovenca. 1600Textile Fragment with Sailing Ships is a textiles-woven from Iran created in ca. 1600 using silk, metal wrapped thread; double weave measuring Textile: L. 22 1/4 in. (56.5 cm) W. 3 in. (7.6… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silk, metal wrapped thread; double weave |
| Dimensions | Textile: L. 22 1/4 in. (56.5 cm) W. 3 in. (7.6 cm) Mount: L. 27 1/4 in. (69.2 cm) W. 8 1/8 in. (20.6 cm) D. 1 in. (2.5 cm) |
| Classification | Textiles-Woven |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1942 |
| Date | ca. 1600 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Textile Fragment with Sailing Ships?
Textile Fragment with Sailing Ships is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Textile Fragment with Sailing Ships created?
Textile Fragment with Sailing Ships dates to ca. 1600.
What material is Textile Fragment with Sailing Ships made from?
Textile Fragment with Sailing Ships is crafted from silk, metal wrapped thread; double weave.
Where does Textile Fragment with Sailing Ships originate?
Textile Fragment with Sailing Ships originates from Iran.
Is Textile Fragment with Sailing Ships in the public domain?
Textile Fragment with Sailing Ships is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026