Textile Fragment
Unknown Artist
17th century
Medium
Silk
Dimensions
H. 21 3/4 in. (55.2 cm) W. 13 1/4 in. (33.7 cm)
Classification
Textiles
Department
Islamic Art
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Gift of Nanette B. Kelekian, in honor of Olga Raggio, 2002
Accession Number
2002.494.755
Art Historical Context
This exquisite silk textile fragment from the 17th century a glimpse into the opulent world of Islamic art. Housed in the Metropolitan Museum Art's Department of Islamic Art, it measures21 3/4 by 13 1/4 inches (55.2 by 33.7 cm) and was generously gifted by Nanette B. Kian in honor of Olgaaggio in 2002. As a surviving piece from a larger textile—likely a garment, curtain, or ceremonial hanging—it showcases the mastery of weaving techniques prevalent in the Islamic world during the height of empires like the Ottoman, Safavid, and Mughal. Silk, prized for its luster and durability, was a luxury ...