Oriental Rugs Dictionary
Ames Picturial Carpet
The Ames Pictorial Carpet is an important Mughal carpet housed in the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. It is believed to have been woven in India during the Mughal period, likely in the 17th century. This carpet is notable for its pictorial design depicting courtly figures, animals, and landscape elements. Such narrative imagery is rare in traditional carpet weaving and reflects the artistic sophistication of Mughal court workshops. The carpet is considered one of the most significant examples of Mughal pictorial carpets preserved in museum collections.
