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Prayer Rug

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rectangular rug with a predominantly red, orange, blue and gold color scheme. The rug is long and narrow, divided into seven vertical sections. Each section has a distinct design and pattern. The sections are bordered by a red and gold ornate frame. The outer border of the rug is also red and gold with a repeating pattern. The background behind the rug is white. The rug's title is "Prayer Rug".

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Foundation: cotton warp and weft; wool knotting
Culture
China
Dimensions
598 × 170 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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