Floral Arabesque Carpet

17th century

Not on view

This floral arabesque carpet belongs to a group previously attributed to both Iran and India. The four‑ply warp points to Iran as the place of manufacture. Furthermore, such carpets were woven in large quantities and numerous examples survive. Few of these, however, possess the intensity, scale, and originality of this one. Light and dark blue arabesque bands run symmetrically through the field, creating a sense of flow. The design is further elaborated by the fine network of buds, rosettes, leaves, and palmettes in the background, as well as by the equally vibrant main border, set against a blue background.

Artwork Details

Title: Floral Arabesque Carpet
Date: 17th century
Geography: Made in probably Iran
Medium: Cotton (warp and weft), wool (pile); asymmetrically knotted pile
Dimensions: Rug:
L. 189 in. (480.1 cm)
W. 82 1/2 in. (209.6 cm)
Wt. 41lbs. (18.6 kg) with 6" tube
Bottom:
H. 187 in. (475 cm)
W. 80 3/4 in. (205.1 cm)
Classification: Textiles-Rugs
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1969
Object Number: 69.244
Curatorial Department: Islamic Art

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