Cleveland Museum of Art (Egyptian) · textile
Cap with Striped Inscribed Silk
Description
[Mamluk Sultanate (Egypt or Syria)] Headwear was a key part of men’s outfits in medieval Egypt. This luxurious cap was made using a complicated weaving technique, with alternating panels depicting prancing animals, crescent moons, and Arabic script that reads, “Glory to our lord Sultan al-Malik al-Nasir,” the Egyptian ruler. The pale pink trim might have once been a bold shade of red. Such products were created in highly regulated workshops in Cairo and reflect Egypt’s continued flourishing textile industry. Muslim dynasties such as the Mamluks (1250–1517) were known for the lavish garments worn at court and gifted among elites as preferred symbols of honor and praise.
Inscriptions (1)
Inscription #1
Transcription
izz li-mawlana al-sultan al-Malik al-NasirEnglish description
Glory to our lord sultan al-Malik al-Nasir
Cross-references (2)
- Wikidata Q60780057 tier-1
- CMA-id 152698 tier-2
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