Islamic ArtTextiles-Rugslate 16th –early 17th centuryVase Carpet is a textiles-rugs Isfahan or Kirman from Iran created in late 16th –early 17th century using cotton (warp and weft), silk (weft), wool (weft and pile); asymmetrically… measuring Rug: H. 325 in. (825.5 cm) W. 114 in. (289.6… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Cotton (warp and weft), silk (weft), wool (weft and pile); asymmetrically knotted pile |
| Dimensions | Rug: H. 325 in. (825.5 cm) W. 114 in. (289.6 cm) Tube: W. 143 1/2 in. (364.5 cm) Diam. 11 in. (27.9 cm) |
| Classification | Textiles-Rugs |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1943 |
| Date | late 16th –early 17th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Isfahan or Kirman, Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Vase Carpet?
Vase Carpet is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Vase Carpet created?
Vase Carpet dates to late 16th –early 17th century.
What material is Vase Carpet made from?
Vase Carpet is crafted from cotton (warp and weft), silk (weft), wool (weft and pile); asymmetrically knotted pile.
Where does Vase Carpet originate?
Vase Carpet originates from Iran.
Is Vase Carpet in the public domain?
Vase Carpet is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026