Metropolitan Museum of Art, Concourse of the Birds Oblong Scarf Modal / Cashmere Blend

Metropolitan Museum of Art, Concourse of the Birds Oblong Scarf Modal / Cashmere Blend, 72" x 22"
Wrap yourself in timeless artistry with this lovely "Concourse of the Birds" scarf - an elegant statement piece reimagining a 17th-century Persian manuscript illumination from The Met collection.

Crafted from luxuriously soft silk, this light and fluid scarf features a vibrant double-sided motif depicted in rich tones of sky blue, emerald green, warm ochre, and deep midnight navy. The intricate design showcases a spirited gathering of birds amidst lush botanical foliage, centered around the wise hoopoe bird leading its companions on a quest. Perfectly sized for versatile styling—whether draped loosely over the shoulders or styled in an elegant neck knot—it brings an enchanting blend of history, storytelling, and vibrant color to any ensemble.

About this Pattern
The lively motif featured on both sides of this scarf comes from an illustrated manuscript (ca. 1600) of Farid al-Din Attar's mystical poem Language of the Birds. The text comprises a series of parables narrated by a hoopoe, a crested bird that leads a flock representing individual souls on a journey to find the mythic simurgh, a benevolent winged creature symbolizing spiritual unity.