"Portuguese" Carpet with Maritime Scenes
Flag of IranIslamic ArtTextiles-Rugs17th century

"Portuguese" Carpet with Maritime Scenes is a textiles-rugs from Northeastern Iran created in 17th century using cotton (warp, weft, and pile); wool (pile); asymmetrically knotted pile measuring Carpet: L. 161 3/4 in. (410.8 cm) W. 70 5/8 in… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumCotton (warp, weft, and pile); wool (pile); asymmetrically knotted pile
DimensionsCarpet: L. 161 3/4 in. (410.8 cm) W. 70 5/8 in. (179.4 cm) Wt. 44 lbs. (29.5) with 8" tube Left side of the Carpet: L. 161 in. (408.9 cm) Right side of the carpet: L. 158 3/4 in. (403.2 cm) Top of the Carpet: W. 68 in. (172.7 cm) Bottom of the carpet: W. 70 1/2 in. (179.1 cm)
ClassificationTextiles-Rugs
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineFletcher Fund, 1944
Date17th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Northeastern Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses "Portuguese" Carpet with Maritime Scenes?

"Portuguese" Carpet with Maritime Scenes is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was "Portuguese" Carpet with Maritime Scenes created?

"Portuguese" Carpet with Maritime Scenes dates to 17th century.

What material is "Portuguese" Carpet with Maritime Scenes made from?

"Portuguese" Carpet with Maritime Scenes is crafted from cotton (warp, weft, and pile); wool (pile); asymmetrically knotted pile.

Where does "Portuguese" Carpet with Maritime Scenes originate?

"Portuguese" Carpet with Maritime Scenes originates from Northeastern Iran.

Is "Portuguese" Carpet with Maritime Scenes in the public domain?

"Portuguese" Carpet with Maritime Scenes 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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