Publication Date
19 th century
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: 249.6 سم عرض: 155.8 سم
Library
Museum With No Frontiers
Library Asset ID
FBQ.HH.7399
Record ID
object;EPM;qt;Mus22;2;ar
Library Location
Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim Al Thani Museum
Date
19 th century
Notes
This woolen rug depicts fifty-one prominent figures throughout history in a collage. Like many 19th-century Iranian carpets, this tapestry reflects the emergence of Qajar illustrated carpets displaying religious, historical or literary scenes. Among the prophets, such as Moses, Solomon and Jesus, are men known throughout Asian history, such as Genghis Khan and Confucius. In addition, Socrates, Christopher Columbus and Napoleon Bonaparte contribute to this group image. Borders form an essential element in Persian paintings, framing the scene of celebrities with floral reliefs and a legend with the names of men. Interestingly, the numbers appear to be reversed, suggesting that the carpet maker was illiterate or unfamiliar with the Arabic numerals that leave their imprints within the thread.
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;2;ar
