Islamic ArtTextiles-Rugsfirst half 16th centuryCarpet with a Compartment Design is a textiles-rugs from Iran created in first half 16th century using silk (warp and weft), wool (pile); asymmetrically knotted pile measuring Rug: H. 196 in. (497.8 cm) W. 134 in. (340.4… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silk (warp and weft), wool (pile); asymmetrically knotted pile |
| Dimensions | Rug: H. 196 in. (497.8 cm) W. 134 in. (340.4 cm) Tube: H. 146 in. (370.8 cm) Weight: 79 lbs. (198 lbs. rolled on tube. tube is 119 lbs. empty) Diam. 20 in. (50.8 cm) |
| Classification | Textiles-Rugs |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Frederick C. Hewitt Fund, 1910 |
| Date | first half 16th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Carpet with a Compartment Design?
Carpet with a Compartment Design is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Carpet with a Compartment Design created?
Carpet with a Compartment Design dates to first half 16th century.
What material is Carpet with a Compartment Design made from?
Carpet with a Compartment Design is crafted from silk (warp and weft), wool (pile); asymmetrically knotted pile.
Where does Carpet with a Compartment Design originate?
Carpet with a Compartment Design originates from Iran.
Is Carpet with a Compartment Design in the public domain?
Carpet with a Compartment Design is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026