Vase-technique Carpet with Overlapping Cartouches
Flag of IranIslamic ArtTextiles-Rugs17th century

Vase-technique Carpet with Overlapping Cartouches is a textiles-rugs probably Kirman or Isfahan from Iran created in 17th century using cotton (warp), silk (weft), wool (weft and pile); asymmetrically knotted pile measuring Rug: L. 189 in. (480.1 cm) W. 127 in. (322.6… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumCotton (warp), silk (weft), wool (weft and pile); asymmetrically knotted pile
DimensionsRug: L. 189 in. (480.1 cm) W. 127 in. (322.6 cm) Tube: L. 140 in. (355.6 cm) Diam. 20 in. (50.8 cm) Wt. 75 lbs. (34 kg) (Carpet weighed with 120 lb. tube at 195 lbs.)
ClassificationTextiles-Rugs
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineH. O. Havemeyer Collection, Bequest of Horace Havemeyer, 1956
Date17th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: probably Kirman or Isfahan, Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Vase-technique Carpet with Overlapping Cartouches?

Vase-technique Carpet with Overlapping Cartouches is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Vase-technique Carpet with Overlapping Cartouches created?

Vase-technique Carpet with Overlapping Cartouches dates to 17th century.

What material is Vase-technique Carpet with Overlapping Cartouches made from?

Vase-technique Carpet with Overlapping Cartouches is crafted from cotton (warp), silk (weft), wool (weft and pile); asymmetrically knotted pile.

Where does Vase-technique Carpet with Overlapping Cartouches originate?

Vase-technique Carpet with Overlapping Cartouches originates from Iran.

Is Vase-technique Carpet with Overlapping Cartouches in the public domain?

Vase-technique Carpet with Overlapping Cartouches 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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