# BaseLayerMixin.parent
The parent of this layer.

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## BaseLayerMixin.parent property

> Warning: This API is now obsolete.
>
> Since 1.1.0 (2026-09-01). Reading a transform parent from `parent` is deprecated — use `transformParent` instead. Reading the containing `Scene` from `parent` stays supported. Removal eligible after 2027-03-05.

The parent of this layer.

**Signature:**

```typescript
readonly parent?: Parent<Layer> | undefined;
```

## Remarks

Returns: - A `Scene` if this layer is at the scene root (no transform parent).

- A `Layer` if this layer has a transform parent.
- `undefined` if the layer is detached.