Vase Carpet

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late 16th–early 17th century · Cotton (warp and weft), silk (weft), wool (weft and pile); asymmetrically knotted pile · Islamic Art

This richly colored carpet features stylized floral motifs interspersed with scrolling vines. The designation "vase" carpet refers to the distinctive weaving technique used to create this carpet and others like it, many of which feature vase motifs in their designs. The bottom edge of this carpet displays a different design than the rest, suggesting that the weaver decided to alter the planned design about eighteen inches into the weaving process.

Artist

Unknown

Date

late 16th–early 17th century

Medium

Cotton (warp and weft), silk (weft), wool (weft and pile); asymmetrically knotted pile

Department

Islamic Art

Credit line

Rogers Fund, 1943