Fragment of a Tiraz Textile

Unknown

dated A.H. 266/879–80 CE · Silk; plain weave, embroidered · Islamic Art

Derived from the Persian word for embroidery, the term tiraz specified textiles inscribed with good wishes, the date and place of manufacture, and the name of the ruler who ordered the fabric in order to make robes of honor to present to his courtiers. The inscription here says this fabric was made in Nishapur, a city known for its mixed silk‑cotton mulham.

Artist

Unknown

Date

dated A.H. 266/879–80 CE

Medium

Silk; plain weave, embroidered

Department

Islamic Art

Credit line

Gift of George D. Pratt, 1931