Islamic ArtTextiles-Rugs17th centuryBlue-ground Carpet Fragment with Scrolling Floral Vines is a textiles-rugs probably Kirman from Iran created in 17th century using cotton (warp), wool (weft and pile); asymmetrically knotted pile measuring Rug: H. 54 1/8 in. (137.5 cm) W. 53 5/8 in. (136.2… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Cotton (warp), wool (weft and pile); asymmetrically knotted pile |
| Dimensions | Rug: H. 54 1/8 in. (137.5 cm) W. 53 5/8 in. (136.2 cm) |
| Classification | Textiles-Rugs |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Joseph V. McMullan, 1970 |
| Date | 17th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: probably Kirman, Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Blue-ground Carpet Fragment with Scrolling Floral Vines?
Blue-ground Carpet Fragment with Scrolling Floral Vines is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Blue-ground Carpet Fragment with Scrolling Floral Vines created?
Blue-ground Carpet Fragment with Scrolling Floral Vines dates to 17th century.
What material is Blue-ground Carpet Fragment with Scrolling Floral Vines made from?
Blue-ground Carpet Fragment with Scrolling Floral Vines is crafted from cotton (warp), wool (weft and pile); asymmetrically knotted pile.
Where does Blue-ground Carpet Fragment with Scrolling Floral Vines originate?
Blue-ground Carpet Fragment with Scrolling Floral Vines originates from Iran.
Is Blue-ground Carpet Fragment with Scrolling Floral Vines in the public domain?
Blue-ground Carpet Fragment with Scrolling Floral Vines is in the public domain and can be freely used.