Carpet
Ningxia carpets came to the attention of the Kangxi emperor (r. 1662–1722) during a journey to the western provinces in 1696–97, and in the early part of the Qing dynasty, a number of Ningxia carpets were ordered for audience halls in the palace. This carpet contains elements often found in high-quality Ningxia carpets: curvilinear and geometric renderings of dragons, a swastika-like fret as seen in the border, and the characteristic outer edge of grayish brown.
Artwork Details
- Title: Carpet
- Period: Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
- Date: late 18th–19th century
- Culture: China
- Medium: Wool and cotton
- Dimensions: 83 3/4 x 118 in. (212.7 x 299.7 cm)
- Classification: Textiles-Rugs
- Credit Line: Gift of Miriam and Ira D. Wallach, 1991
- Object Number: 1991.198
- Curatorial Department: Asian Art
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14th century
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18th century
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1450–1500
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