Indo-Persian carpet with repeat pattern of vine scrolls and palmettes
Flag of IranRobert Lehman CollectionTextiles-Rugssecond half of the 17th century

Indo-Persian carpet with repeat pattern of vine scrolls and palmettes is a textiles-rugs of Indo-Persian origin created in second half of the 17th century using wool pile on cotton foundation. measuring Length: 5.4 m. Width: 2.5 m. — now part of the Robert Lehman Collection collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumWool pile on cotton foundation.
DimensionsLength: 5.4 m. Width: 2.5 m.
ClassificationTextiles-Rugs
DepartmentRobert Lehman Collection
Credit LineRobert Lehman Collection, 1975 1975.1.2456
Datesecond half of the 17th century

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Indo-Persian culture. The estimated date range is 1650 – 1700.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Indo-Persian carpet with repeat pattern of vine scrolls and palmettes?

Indo-Persian carpet with repeat pattern of vine scrolls and palmettes is housed in the Robert Lehman Collection department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Indo-Persian carpet with repeat pattern of vine scrolls and palmettes created?

Indo-Persian carpet with repeat pattern of vine scrolls and palmettes dates to second half of the 17th century.

What material is Indo-Persian carpet with repeat pattern of vine scrolls and palmettes made from?

Indo-Persian carpet with repeat pattern of vine scrolls and palmettes is crafted from wool pile on cotton foundation..

Is Indo-Persian carpet with repeat pattern of vine scrolls and palmettes in the public domain?

Indo-Persian carpet with repeat pattern of vine scrolls and palmettes 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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