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Portion of a Garment with Geometric Patterns

12th century
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 454
These four fragments probably formed part of a cloak. The design consists of three narrow strips on either side of a wide band; the band is composed of seven ribbons featuring vine scrolls, guilloche patterns, and interlaced cartouches that terminate with a medallion. The medallion, filled with a pattern of overlapping leaflike shapes and tiny palmettes, is framed by a stylized inscription bearing the word "Allah" repeated in red.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Portion of a Garment with Geometric Patterns
  • Date: 12th century
  • Geography: Attributed to Egypt
  • Medium: Linen, silk, metal wrapped thread; plain weave, tapestry weave
  • Dimensions: Textile: L. 16 in. (40.6 cm)
    W.19 1/4 in. (48.9 cm)
    Mount: H. 32 7/8 in. (83.5 cm)
    W. 22 5/8 in. (57.5 cm)
    D. 1 3/4 in. (4.4 cm)
  • Classification: Textiles-Woven
  • Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1929
  • Object Number: 29.136.4
  • Curatorial Department: Islamic Art

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