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Cypress-Patterned Rug Fragment

18th century
Artist/maker unknown, Caucasian
Stylized, column-like cypress trees in blue-green separate the ivory-colored plaques in the center of this rug, while yellow cypresses alternate with elongated hexagons along the sides. Cypress trees were a popular symbol of eternal life because they stay green year-round in the arid climates of the Middle Eastern countries.

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