Rug

late 19th-early 20th century

While this rug is not a prayer rug, its sprouting leaves and flowers evoke a garden, a metaphor for Paradise. Probably intended for use in a private home, the central field is a stylized pool with a flowering stalk or tree growing from above and below, surrounded by vines.

Pile knotted wool

67 x 49 in. (170.18 x 124.46 cm)

Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Walter D. Middleton

40.176

Not currently on view

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