Flag of IranCulture39 works

Iranian (Persian) is a cultural designation in The Met collection, represented by 39 works spanning 1800 – 1900, mostly housed in the Musical Instruments department. Notable forms include chordophone-lute-plucked-fretted.

Collection Overview

Total Works39
Top DepartmentMusical Instruments
Top ClassificationIdiophone-Struck-bell-clapper

Notable Works

Frequently Asked Questions

How many works by Iranian (Persian) are in The Met?

The Metropolitan Museum of Art holds 39 works related to Iranian (Persian).

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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