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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

Object Information
  • 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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