M
Medium8 worksMother-of-pearl is a material identified in 8 works at The Met, most commonly used for jewelry in the Islamic Art department.
Collection Overview
| Total Works | 8 |
| Top Department | Islamic Art |
| Top Classification | Wood |
Notable Works
JewelryBrooch
WoodChest
WoodChest
WoodChest
JewelryCrosses
JewelryCrucifix
WoodDamascus Room
Shell-ImplementsHandle
Arms and ArmorInlaid Powder Horn
Frequently Asked Questions
How many works by Mother-of-pearl are in The Met?
The Metropolitan Museum of Art holds 8 works related to Mother-of-pearl.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026