“Polonaise” Carpet with Split-Leaf Arabesque and Palmette Design on Silver Ground

Culture: Persian
Period: Safavid dynasty, 1501–1736
Date: 17th century
Material: Silk pile and metallic thread brocading
made in: Isfahan, Esfahan province, Iran, Asia
Classification: Coverings & hangings, textiles
Collection: Islamic Art
Current Location: Not on view
Dimensions: 58 1/4 × 42 1/4 in. (148 × 107.3 cm)
Credit Line: Gift of James F. Ballard
Rights: Public Domain
Object Number: 120:1929

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