Textile Fragment
Unknown Artist
5th–6th century
Medium
Wool, linen; plain weave, tapestry weave
Dimensions
H. 17 15/16 in. (45.5 cm) W. 10 13/16 in. (27.5 cm)
Classification
Textiles
Department
Islamic Art
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Purchase by subscription, 1889
Accession Number
89.18.355
Art Historical Context
This delicate *Textile Fragment* from the th–6th century a glimpse into the sophisticated textile traditions of the early Islamic world. Crafted from wool and linen, it just 17 15/16 by 10 13/16 inches, likely a remnant of a larger garment, furnishing, or ceremonial cloth. Acquired by the Metropolitan Museum of Art in1889 through a subscriber purchase, it resides in the Islamic Art department, highlighting the enduring legacy of Near Eastern craftsmanship during late antiquity. The fragment showcases two key weaving techniques: plain weave for its sturdy, foundational structure, and tapestry ...