Islamic ArtMetallate 19th–early 20th century
Triangular Amulet Holder is a metal created in late 19th–early 20th century using silver with stamped beading, decorative wire, ram's-head terminals, glass… measuring 11 1/2 x 9 3/8 in. (29.2 x 23.8 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silver with stamped beading, decorative wire, ram's-head terminals, glass inlays over red foil, lacquer, or cloth, wire chains, and spherical beads. |
| Dimensions | 11 1/2 x 9 3/8 in. (29.2 x 23.8 cm) |
| Classification | Metal |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Marshall and Marilyn R. Wolf, 2006 |
| Date | late 19th–early 20th century |
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Triangular Amulet Holder?
Triangular Amulet Holder is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Triangular Amulet Holder created?
Triangular Amulet Holder dates to late 19th–early 20th century.
What material is Triangular Amulet Holder made from?
Triangular Amulet Holder is crafted from silver with stamped beading, decorative wire, ram's-head terminals, glass inlays over red foil, lacquer, or cloth, wire chains, and spherical beads..
Is Triangular Amulet Holder in the public domain?
Triangular Amulet Holder 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