Carpet, geometric design
DateCa. 1820-1830
MediumGoat wool pile, tan wool warps, red wool wefts.
Dimensions8'3" X 5'6"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1961-172
DescriptionGeometric design carpet of ghiordes knots; about 56 knots per sq. inch; 3 shots red wool after row of knots. colors: Ground: field-red (madder), main border-white, inner and outer borders-blue, central design-white. Pattern: red, green, light blue, dark blue, brown, white. The center octagonal design, the largest of 3 vertically aligned in the field, features stylized tulips and geometric devices prominently displaying the hook motif. The two smaller octagons have hook devices forming the pattern; an inner serrated edge, and all 3 octagons are outlined with a border of hook design. The balance of the field shows rectangles enclosing various geometric design. The balance of the field shows rectangles enclosing various geometric designs. Small rosettes and vase-like forms at the 4 corners. All border stripes bear angular devices, leaves, triangles, diamonds and in the main border, a reciprocal arrangement of star and comb; both symbols common to Turkish and Caucasian rugs.Construction History
Ca. 1820-1830: Initial construction
Oct. - Nov. 1975: Hand cleaned, edges rewoven and corner repaired by Beshir Galleries (New York, NY)Label TextThis carpet, with its geometric design, evokes symbols found in both Turkish and Caucasian rug types. Its complex center octagonal medallions are surrounded by various angular motifs and decorated border stripes.Inscription(s)None foundMark(s)None foundProvenancePrior to 1961, Beshir Galleries (New York, NY); 1961-present, The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation (Williamsburg, VA)
19th century
18th century
19th century (probably)
Late 19th or early 20th century
17th century or later
17th or 18th century
17th century
17th century
19th or 20th century
Probably late 17th century
18th century