Islamic ArtJewelrylate 19th–early 20th century
Whip is a jewelry created in late 19th–early 20th century using silver, with stamped and applied decoration, decorative wire, silver shot… measuring 15 1/2 x 27 1/8 in. (39.4 x 68.9 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silver, with stamped and applied decoration, decorative wire, silver shot, turquoise fragments inlaid in mastic, turquoise beads, and table-cut carnelian |
| Dimensions | 15 1/2 x 27 1/8 in. (39.4 x 68.9 cm) |
| Classification | Jewelry |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Marshall and Marilyn R. Wolf, 2005 |
| Date | late 19th–early 20th century |
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Whip?
Whip is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Whip created?
Whip dates to late 19th–early 20th century.
What material is Whip made from?
Whip is crafted from silver, with stamped and applied decoration, decorative wire, silver shot, turquoise fragments inlaid in mastic, turquoise beads, and table-cut carnelian.
Is Whip in the public domain?
Whip 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