Tunic

Art Historical Context

Step into the world of early Islamic craftsmanship with this striking tunic from the 6th–7th, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum Art's Islamic Art department. Crafted from a blend of linen, wool, and silk, it an impressive 40½ inches high by 62 inches wide—sized for an adult wearer and designed for everyday use or special occasions. Donated as a gift from George F. Baker in 1890, this textile survivor offers a rare glimpse into pre- and early Islamic garment-making. Textiles like this tunic were central to life in the early Islamic world, particularly in regions like Egypt and the Near Eas...