Persian Carpet Collection

"El Fureidis, " James Waldron Gillespie house, Parra Grande Lane, Montecito, California, 1917. House Architecture: Bertram Grovesnor Goodhue with Cram, Goodhue & Ferguson

Le départ de l'enfant prodigue, 1863. Creator: James Tissot
Le depart de l'enfant prodigue, 1863. The departure of the prodigal son. Scene from the Gospel according to Saint Luke, set in 15th-century Venice

Hallway, with Oriental urn at right, in home of Edmund Cogswell... Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908
Hallway, with Oriental urn at right, in home of Edmund Cogswell Converse, Greenwich, Connecticut, 1908. The Conyers Farm estate, designed by Donn Barber c1904, was owned by businessman Edmund C

The Camp, at Slobodzie, 1854. Creator: Unknown
The Camp, at Slobodzie, 1854. Crimean War, soldiers camped near the River Danube. The camp...assumes every day a more permanent and military appearance

"Fruits" - painted by George Lance - from the Exhibition of the Royal Academy, 1854. Creator: Unknown
"Fruits" - painted by George Lance - from the Exhibition of the Royal Academy, 1854. Lance...has chosen his own motto: "Fresh from the teeming lap of bounteous Earth

Khusrau Seated on his Throne, Folio 64 from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami, A. H. 931 / A. D
Khusrau Seated on his Throne, Folio 64 from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami, A.H. 931/A.D. 1524-25

Bahram Gur in the White Palace on Friday, Folio 235 from a Khamsa... A.H. 931 / A.D
Bahram Gur in the White Palace on Friday, Folio 235 from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami, A.H. 931/A.D. 1524-25

Bahram Gur in the Yellow Palace on Sunday, Folio 213 from a Khamsa... A.H. 931 / A.D
Bahram Gur in the Yellow Palace on Sunday, Folio 213 from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami, A.H. 931/A.D. 1524-25

Home of Phoebe Apperson Hearst (widow of George Hearst) at 1400 New Hampshire Ave. NW... c1900
Home of Phoebe Apperson Hearst (widow of George Hearst) at 1400 New Hampshire Ave. NW, Washington, D.C. c1900. Interior: stairway, wall, ceiling panels

Persian Carpet, 16th Century, SKM (litho)
6006347 Persian Carpet, 16th Century, SKM (litho) by Glazier, Richard (1851-1918); Private Collection; (add.info.: Persian Carpet, 16th Century, SKM)

Rug, India, Late 15th / early 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Rug, India, Late 15th/early 16th century

Prayer Carpet, India, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Prayer Carpet, India, 19th century

Carpet, Egypt, Mamluk period (1250-1517), early 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Carpet, Egypt, Mamluk period (1250-1517), early 16th century

Carpet Fragment, Egypt, Mamluk period (1250-1517), late 15th / early 16th century
Carpet Fragment, Egypt, Mamluk period (1250-1517), late 15th/early 16th century

The Interior of the Palm House on the Pfaueninsel Near Potsdam, 1834

Girl Standing before a Mirror, 1668. Creator: Gaspar Netscher
Girl Standing before a Mirror, 1668

Jahangir and Prince Khurram Entertained by Nur Jahan, Mughal dynasty, ca. 1640-50

Ballroom at the Copley Plaza hotel, Boston, 1912 or 1913 (silver gelatin print)
MNY380623 Ballroom at the Copley Plaza hotel, Boston, 1912 or 1913 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); 27.9x35.6 cm; Museum of the City of New York

Sultan Murad and a Consort, ca. 1597. Creator: Manohar
Sultan Murad and a Consort, ca. 1597. Attributed to Manohar

Rao Ram Chandra of Bedla on a swing, ca. 1740s. Creator: Shahji
Rao Ram Chandra of Bedla on a swing, ca. 1740s. Attributed to Shahji

The sage-physician Dhanvantari, folio from the "Sixth"Bhagavata Purana series
The sage-physician Dhanvantari, folio from the " Sixth" Bhagavata Purana series, also known as the " small" Guler-Basohli series, ca. 1735-1740. Attributed to Manaku

A Prince holding an audience, ca. 1750. Creator: Unknown
A Prince holding an audience, ca. 1750

Devi with Krishna and Vishnu in a Palace, ca. 1645-1655. Creator: Unknown
Devi with Krishna and Vishnu in a Palace, ca. 1645-1655

Lovers on a terrace with three musicians, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Lovers on a terrace with three musicians, 18th century

A Palace scene, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
A Palace scene, 18th century

Darbar Mirza Maharai Lakhpatiji, 1750. Creator: Unknown
Darbar Mirza Maharai Lakhpatiji, 1750

De Forest Interior, 1878. Creator: Walter L. Palmer
De Forest Interior, 1878

Raja Mandhata as a musical mode, ca. 1690. Creator: Unknown
Raja Mandhata as a musical mode, ca. 1690

Ancestral group of Mughal rulers, 18th century. Creator: Govardhan
Ancestral group of Mughal rulers, 18th century

The Music Lesson, 1670-72. Creator: Jacob Ochtervelt
The Music Lesson, 1670-72

Cardinal Bandinello Sauli, His Secretary, and Two Geographers, 1516

The Greeting, c. 1675. Creator: Pieter de Hooch
The Greeting, c. 1675

A Woman Feeding a Parrot, with a Page, 1666. Creator: Gaspar Netscher
A Woman Feeding a Parrot, with a Page, 1666

Still Life, c. 1660. Creator: Willem Kalf
Still Life, c. 1660

Portrait of Sultan Ahmet I (r. 1603-17), early 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Sultan Ahmet I (r. 1603-17), early 17th century

Haji Husain Bukhari, Folio from the Shah Jahan Album, recto: early 19th century; verso: later copy of 16th century original

Emperor Babur Receiving a Visitor, Folio from a Baburnama (The Book of Babur), ca. 1590

Turkish Carpet Bazaar, Cairo, ca. 1880. Creator: Unknown
Turkish Carpet Bazaar, Cairo, ca. 1880

Reclining Odalisque, 1858. Creator: Roger Fenton
Reclining Odalisque, 1858

Bazaar, Rug Merchants, 1870s. Creator: Unknown
Bazaar, Rug Merchants, 1870s

Interior Reception, Folio 36r from a Bustan of Sa di, ca. 1525-35. Creator: Shaikh Zada
Interior Reception, Folio 36r from a Bustan of Sa di, ca. 1525-35

Burzuyeh is Summoned by Nushirvan on his Return from India, Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna, 18th century

Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Folio from a Kalila wa Dimna, 18th century

Sultan Bayazid before Timur, Folio from an Akbarnama (History of Akbar), ca. 1600

The House of Bijapur, ca. 1680. Creators: Kamal Muhammad, Chand Muhammad
The House of Bijapur, ca. 1680

Two Camels, ca. 1843. Creator: John Frederick Lewis
Two Camels, ca. 1843

Alexander at a Banquet, Folio from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami, dated A. H. 931 / A. D
Alexander at a Banquet, Folio from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami, dated A.H. 931/A.D. 1524-25

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"Unraveling the Rich Tapestry of Persian Carpets: A Journey Through Time and Culture" Step into a world where artistry meets craftsmanship, as we explore the captivating allure of Persian carpets. From the intricate designs to the vibrant colors, these masterpieces have woven their way into history, leaving an indelible mark on both art and culture. Let us begin our journey with "Khusrau Seated on his Throne, " a mesmerizing depiction from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Nizami. Created in A. H. 931 / A. D. , this carpet transports us to ancient Persia, where royalty reigned supreme amidst opulent palaces adorned with such exquisite creations. Moving forward, we encounter "Bahram Gur in the White Palace on Friday. " This folio from another Khamsa showcases Bahram Gur's legendary tales and his encounters within luxurious surroundings. The attention to detail is astounding; every thread seems to whisper stories of grandeur and mystique. Continuing our exploration, we find ourselves immersed in "Bahram Gur in the Yellow Palace on Sunday. " Here, vibrant hues dance across the carpet's surface like rays of sunlight illuminating a royal abode. It serves as a testament to Persian artisans' mastery over color blending techniques that continue to awe even today. Traveling through time brings us face-to-face with a 16th-century masterpiece - simply titled "Persian Carpet. " Its delicate motifs and symmetrical patterns reflect an era when these rugs became coveted treasures among collectors worldwide. Each knot meticulously tied by skilled hands tells tales passed down through generations. Venturing beyond Persia's borders, we discover an enchanting rug from India dating back to the late 15th or early 16th century. Crafted by unknown hands yet bearing undeniable beauty, it reminds us that artistic brilliance knows no boundaries or limitations. Our next stop takes us closer home - to India's 19th-century "Prayer Carpet.