Textile Fragment

Art Historical Context

This delicate textile fragment, dating to the 4th–5th century, a glimpse into the everyday artistry of the ancient Near East. Crafted from wool using a plain weave—a straightforward yet durable technique where warp and weft threads interlace at right angles—it measures just under 4 inches high and 2.5 inches wide. fragments, often surviving from garments, furnishings, or ceremonial items, highlight the practical ingenuity of early textile production in regions that would later flourish under Islamic culture. Housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Islamic Art Department, this piece undersc...