Textile Fragment
Unknown Artist
4th–5th century
Medium
Wool, linen; plain weave, tapestry weave
Classification
Textiles
Department
Islamic Art
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Gift of George F. Baker, 1890
Accession Number
90.5.492
Art Historical Context
This exquisite *Textile Fragment* from the 4th–5th offers a glimpse into the vibrant world of Late Antique textile production, likely originating from Egypt or the Near East. Housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art's of Islamic Art, it the sophisticated craftsmanship of a pre-Islamic era when wool and linen were prized for their durability and versatility. Donated by George F. Baker in 1890, this survivor from antiquity highlights the region's role as a hub for textile trade and innovation, bridging classical and early Islamic traditions. Crafted using plain weave for the foundation and tape...