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Ogives with Winged Quadrupeds and Peacocks

1517–1950 (radiocarbon date, 95% probability)

Iran ?, in the style of the Buyid period

(945–1055)
Medium
Silk: lampas weave
Measurements
Overall: 69.8 x 49.8 cm (27 1/2 x 19 5/8 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Werner Abegg 1966.134
Public Domain
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Description

The design consists of aligned ogives in 4-1/2 rows and part or all of 6 columns; each ogive contains a running winged quadruped with an animal head. Floriated motifs emerge from the end of the tail and fill the interstices. The double border consists of an inner band with scrolling vine and an outer band of kufic inscription. Resulting columns of diamond-shaped interspaces are alternately ornamented with squares filled with diaper pattern on a foliate field and a pair of confronting, regardant peacocks flanking a tree of life.
A horizontally oriented, fragmented silk textile consists of one large piece and four detached scraps. Against a white background, a muted brown and cream grid of almond-shaped medallions contains stylized winged creatures and peacocks. Elaborate floral and geometric borders frame each repeating shape. Large irregular holes, dark stains, and frayed edges interrupt the pattern, illustrating the weathered state of the delicate lampas weave fabric.

Ogives with Winged Quadrupeds and Peacocks

1517–1950 (radiocarbon date, 95% probability)

Iran ?, in the style of the Buyid period (945–1055)

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