Oriental carpet
DatePossibly 17th century
OriginUnclear
MediumWool and cotton
Dimensions61 1/2 " x 7 ' 5 1/2 "
Credit LineBequest of Elizabeth Ridgely Blagojevich.
Object number1991-398
DescriptionCarpet with dark red backgound and all-over stylized floral pattern in the field and border. Persian (Senneh) knot. Wool warps and cotton wefts.Construction History
Possibly 17th century: Initial construction
Date unknown: Ends cutLabel TextThis early Oriental carpet's origin is not easily identifiable through its design, motifs, or weave; specialists have attributed it to India, Herat (Afghanistan), and Turkey. Because of cross-cultural influence and synthesis across the Middle East and Asia, it is possible that this carpet was made in one locale, but inspired by the techniques of another.Inscription(s)None foundMark(s)None foundProvenancePrior to 1991, Mrs. Elizabeth R. Blagojevich (Drayden, MD); 1991-present, The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation (Williamsburg, VA)
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