Publication Date
18961314 AH
Publication Place
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Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim Al Thani Museum
Subject
Wool: knot
Type
Other
Language
Undetermined
Digital
Yes
Manuscript
No
Physical Dimensions
طول: 190 سم عرض: 130 سم
Library
Museum With No Frontiers
Library Asset ID
FBQ.HH.8876
Record ID
object;EPM;qt;Mus22;8;ar
Library Location
Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim Al Thani Museum
Date
18961314 AH
Notes
On this Iranian carpet, the symbol of Zoroaster stands at the top, while Darius I, known as Darius the Great of Persia, sits on a throne raised by eight men. The Achaemenid Empire, as a pyramid-like hierarchy, ruled over eight states of the ancient world. These lands include Lydia, Babylon, Persia, Palestine, Egypt, Sindh, Libya, and Macedonia. The carpet depicts a human being with the body and wings of a bird, signifying closeness to God, and divine protection. Colorful patterns featuring the Damask rose form the central scene with earthy tones representing honesty, support and trustworthiness. This rug originates from Kerman, a region known for its wide range of designs, using natural dyes in a wide color palette and asymmetrical knots.
Sample Text
Sarah Schroeder “Rug” in Explore Islamic Art Collections. Museum Without Borders, 2026. https://islamicart.museumwnf.org/database_item.php?id=object;EPM;qt;Mus22;8;ar
