Islamic ArtTextiles-RugsA.H. 1223/ A.D 1809
"Marasali" Shirvan Prayer Rug is a textiles-rugs Baku from Azerbaijan created in A.H. 1223/ A.D 1809 using wool (warp, weft and pile); symmetrically knotted pile measuring H. 57 5/16 in. (145.5 cm) W. 39 3/16 in. (99.5 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Wool (warp, weft and pile); symmetrically knotted pile |
| Dimensions | H. 57 5/16 in. (145.5 cm) W. 39 3/16 in. (99.5 cm) |
| Classification | Textiles-Rugs |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | The James F. Ballard Collection, Gift of James F. Ballard, 1922 |
| Date | A.H. 1223/ A.D 1809 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Baku, Shirvan, Azerbaijan.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses "Marasali" Shirvan Prayer Rug?
"Marasali" Shirvan Prayer Rug is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was "Marasali" Shirvan Prayer Rug created?
"Marasali" Shirvan Prayer Rug dates to A.H. 1223/ A.D 1809.
What material is "Marasali" Shirvan Prayer Rug made from?
"Marasali" Shirvan Prayer Rug is crafted from wool (warp, weft and pile); symmetrically knotted pile.
Where does "Marasali" Shirvan Prayer Rug originate?
"Marasali" Shirvan Prayer Rug originates from Azerbaijan.
Is "Marasali" Shirvan Prayer Rug in the public domain?
"Marasali" Shirvan Prayer Rug is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026