Islamic ArtTextilessecond half 16th centuryVelvet Fragment with Bird and Flower Design is a textiles Kashan from Iran created in second half 16th century using silk; cut and voided velvet, with continuous floats of flat metal thread measuring Textile: H. 21 7/16 in. (54.5 cm) W. 13 3/8 in… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silk; cut and voided velvet, with continuous floats of flat metal thread |
| Dimensions | Textile: H. 21 7/16 in. (54.5 cm) W. 13 3/8 in. (33.9 cm) Mount: H. 26 1/2 in. (67.3 cm) W. 18 in. (45.7 cm) D. 1 in. (2.5 cm) |
| Classification | Textiles |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Fletcher Fund, 1972 |
| Date | second half 16th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Kashan, Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Velvet Fragment with Bird and Flower Design?
Velvet Fragment with Bird and Flower Design is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Velvet Fragment with Bird and Flower Design created?
Velvet Fragment with Bird and Flower Design dates to second half 16th century.
What material is Velvet Fragment with Bird and Flower Design made from?
Velvet Fragment with Bird and Flower Design is crafted from silk; cut and voided velvet, with continuous floats of flat metal thread.
Where does Velvet Fragment with Bird and Flower Design originate?
Velvet Fragment with Bird and Flower Design originates from Iran.
Is Velvet Fragment with Bird and Flower Design in the public domain?
Velvet Fragment with Bird and Flower Design is in the public domain and can be freely used.