Persian rugs in Australia

The Medallion and Animal Carpet, a masterpiece from 16th-century Tabriz in Northwest Persia, reflects the Iranian concept of Paradise. Housed in the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris, this fragment features a lush garden landscape with blossoming trees, flowing streams, and diverse animals, symbolizing harmony and abundance. Made with Persian knots, yellow silk warp, silk weft, and a wool pile, it exemplifies the refined craftsmanship of the Safavid era. The other half of this rug is preserved in Cracow, Poland, while a larger, more intricate example exists in the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. These rugs are cultural artifacts that celebrate Persian artistry and spiritual symbolism.

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This Persian medallion carpet, attributed to Tabriz in the 17th century, is a masterpiece of craftsmanship housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. Measuring 802 x 412 cm, it features a dense knotting of 620,000 knots per square meter, with a cotton warp, silk weft, and wool pile.

The central design showcases a circular medallion flanked by cartouches and arabesques, surrounded by slender, flower-adorned branches. Stylized red tulip-like flowers, "cloud-band" motifs (tchi), and vibrant peacocks add life and color to the field. The triple-bordered frame includes spiraling branches and stylized flowers, combining elegance and intricate detail.

A gift from the Kress Foundation, this carpet is a stunning example of Persian artistry, celebrated for its extraordinary beauty and technical mastery.

The Ardebil Carpet, dating back to 1539, is one of the most celebrated examples of Persian art, traditionally believed to have originated from the mosque at Ardebil, the resting place of Sheikh Safi al-Din and Shah Ismail I. It is a medallion-style carpet with intricate designs and inscribed verses by the poet Hafiz. The carpet was likely created under the supervision of Maqsud of Kashan, a prominent carpet maker of the time. Despite some uncertainty about its exact origin, the carpet’s beauty and craftsmanship have made it a revered piece in the Victoria and Albert Museum’s collection. It remains one of the greatest carpets ever created, showcasing the splendor of Persian weaving traditions.