Islamic ArtTextiles-Wovenca. 1800Carpet is a textiles-woven from Turkey created in ca. 1800 using wool, cotton, and metallic silver thread measuring 64 3/16 x 163 3/8 in. (163 x 415 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Wool, cotton, and metallic silver thread |
| Dimensions | 64 3/16 x 163 3/8 in. (163 x 415 cm) |
| Classification | Textiles-Woven |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Rebecca and Richard Lindsey Gift, 2006 |
| Date | ca. 1800 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Turkey. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Carpet?
Carpet is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Carpet created?
Carpet dates to ca. 1800.
What material is Carpet made from?
Carpet is crafted from wool, cotton, and metallic silver thread.
Where does Carpet originate?
Carpet originates from Turkey.
Is Carpet in the public domain?
Carpet is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026