Carpet with Niche and Flower Design
Flag of IndiaIslamic ArtTextiles-Rugsmid-17th century

Carpet with Niche and Flower Design is a textiles-rugs Kashmir or Lahore from India or Pakistan created in mid-17th century using cotton (warp and weft), silk (weft), wool (pile); asymmetrically knotted pile measuring Textile: L. 61 in. (154.9 cm) W. 40 1/2 in… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumCotton (warp and weft), silk (weft), wool (pile); asymmetrically knotted pile
DimensionsTextile: L. 61 in. (154.9 cm) W. 40 1/2 in. (102.8 cm) Mount: L. 66 5/8 in. (169.2 cm) W. 45 in. (114.3 cm) D. 3 3/4 in. (9.5 cm) Wt. 107 lbs. (48.5 kg)
ClassificationTextiles-Rugs
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineBequest of Joseph V. McMullan, 1973
Datemid-17th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Kashmir or Lahore, India or Pakistan. Flag of India

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Carpet with Niche and Flower Design?

Carpet with Niche and Flower Design is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Carpet with Niche and Flower Design created?

Carpet with Niche and Flower Design dates to mid-17th century.

What material is Carpet with Niche and Flower Design made from?

Carpet with Niche and Flower Design is crafted from cotton (warp and weft), silk (weft), wool (pile); asymmetrically knotted pile.

Where does Carpet with Niche and Flower Design originate?

Carpet with Niche and Flower Design originates from India or Pakistan.

Is Carpet with Niche and Flower Design in the public domain?

Carpet with Niche and Flower Design is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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