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The Silk Animal Carpet, woven in Isfahan in the late 17th century, is an exquisite masterpiece reflecting the pinnacle of Persian craftsmanship. Measuring 233 x 168 cm, this carpet features a vibrant design of animals inspired by Safavid-era miniatures, dynamically placed across a floral background. Its intricate border of intertwining flowers and birds adds to its elegance.

With a remarkable density of 600,000 knots per square meter, the carpet’s silk pile and unbleached cotton foundation highlight the weaver’s precision and artistry. Now housed in the Carpet Museum of Iran, Tehran, two similar pieces reside in the prestigious Louvre Museum in Paris, cementing its status as an enduring symbol of Persian heritage and artistic brilliance.