Pashmina Carpet with Gateway-and-Millefleur Pattern
Flag of IndiaIslamic ArtTextiles-Rugssecond half 18th century

Pashmina Carpet with Gateway-and-Millefleur Pattern is a textiles-rugs from Northern India created in second half 18th century using cotton (warp and weft), pashmina wool (pile); asymmetrically knotted pile measuring Rug: H. 74 3/16 in. (188.5 cm) W. 47 11/16 in… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumCotton (warp and weft), pashmina wool (pile); asymmetrically knotted pile
DimensionsRug: H. 74 3/16 in. (188.5 cm) W. 47 11/16 in. (121.2 cm) Mount: H. 79 1/8 in. (201 cm) W. 51 1/4 in. (130.2 cm) D. 3 1/4 in. (8.3 cm)
ClassificationTextiles-Rugs
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineGift of Joseph V. McMullan, 1970
Datesecond half 18th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Northern India. Flag of India

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Pashmina Carpet with Gateway-and-Millefleur Pattern?

Pashmina Carpet with Gateway-and-Millefleur Pattern is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Pashmina Carpet with Gateway-and-Millefleur Pattern created?

Pashmina Carpet with Gateway-and-Millefleur Pattern dates to second half 18th century.

What material is Pashmina Carpet with Gateway-and-Millefleur Pattern made from?

Pashmina Carpet with Gateway-and-Millefleur Pattern is crafted from cotton (warp and weft), pashmina wool (pile); asymmetrically knotted pile.

Where does Pashmina Carpet with Gateway-and-Millefleur Pattern originate?

Pashmina Carpet with Gateway-and-Millefleur Pattern originates from Northern India.

Is Pashmina Carpet with Gateway-and-Millefleur Pattern in the public domain?

Pashmina Carpet with Gateway-and-Millefleur Pattern 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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