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Fragment

before 1968

Iran or Iraq, in the style of the Seljuq period

(1037–1194)
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Medium
Silk: lampas weave
Measurements
Overall: 49 x 33 cm (19 5/16 x 13 in.)
Credit Line
Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund 1968.223.a
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Geometric medallions aligned on a diaper ground are enclosed in a grid of large and small lozenges. Medallions contain confronting peacocks flanking a Tree of Life. The double border has an inner frieze of running animals and an outer band of Kufic inscription. The larger diamonds contain four-directional palmette trees and two opposed pairs of rampant animals. The smaller diamonds have pairs of peacocks in each corner framing an octagon, which contains two opposed pairs of animals flanking a central lozenge. Floral vines and ornaments fill the interspaces of large and small diamonds.
A vertical silk lampas fragment features repeating rows of arched and diamond-shaped motifs in muted blue, gray, and dark brown. Central arches contain intricate botanical designs, while diamond frames hold smaller motifs. Stylized script and geometric bands fill the background. Significant portions are missing from the irregular, frayed edges, and several horizontal tears cut into the fabric. Faded threads emphasize the worn texture of the complex woven pattern.

Fragment

before 1968

Iran or Iraq, in the style of the Seljuq period (1037–1194)

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