Islamic ArtTextilesca. 1540Velvet Panel with Hunting Scene is a textiles probably Tabriz from Iran created in ca. 1540 using silk, flat metal thread; cut and voided velvet measuring Textile: H. 23 5/8 in. (60 cm) W. 18 1/8 in… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silk, flat metal thread; cut and voided velvet |
| Dimensions | Textile: H. 23 5/8 in. (60 cm) W. 18 1/8 in. (46 cm) Mount: H. 23 in. (58.4 cm) W. 23 in. (58.4 cm) D. 1 in. (2.5 cm) |
| Classification | Textiles |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Fletcher Fund, 1972 |
| Date | ca. 1540 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: probably Tabriz, Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Velvet Panel with Hunting Scene?
Velvet Panel with Hunting Scene is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Velvet Panel with Hunting Scene created?
Velvet Panel with Hunting Scene dates to ca. 1540.
What material is Velvet Panel with Hunting Scene made from?
Velvet Panel with Hunting Scene is crafted from silk, flat metal thread; cut and voided velvet.
Where does Velvet Panel with Hunting Scene originate?
Velvet Panel with Hunting Scene originates from Iran.
Is Velvet Panel with Hunting Scene in the public domain?
Velvet Panel with Hunting Scene is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026