Textile Fragment
Unknown Artist
5th–6th century
Medium
Wool, linen; plain weave, tapestry weave
Dimensions
Max. H. 18 5/16 in. (46.5 cm) Max. W. 12 1/2 in. (31.7 cm)
Classification
Textiles
Department
Islamic Art
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Gift of George F. Baker, 1890
Accession Number
90.5.413
Art Historical Context
This exquisite *Textile Fragment* from the 5th–6th century offers a rare glimpse into the sophisticated textile arts of the Late Antique world. Crafted from wool and linen using plain weave for the foundational structure and tapestry weave for elements, it measures about 18 inches high and 12 inches wide. Housed in the Metropolitan Museum Art's Islamic Art Department, this piece was generously gifted by George F. Baker in1890, highlighting its enduring value as a cultural treasure. The dual weaving techniques showcase early mastery: plain weave provided a sturdy, flexible base ideal for garme...