Carpet, second half 16th century, Made in Iran, Silk (warp), cotton (weft), wool (pile); asymmetrically knotted pile, Rug: H. 99 3/4 in. (253.4 cm), Textiles-Rugs, The scenes depicted on this carpet may allude to the bazm, or the feast that followed the battle in Iranian history and literature. In the central medallion, a group of beardless seated men are drinking, talking, and playing music, while four standing figures hold goats, perhaps in anticipation of the banquet
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