Arabic Calligraphy
The White Rug
A trompe l'oeil oil painting of a draped Persian carpet, rendered with meticulous fringe, folds, and floral detail.
This work is sold unframed. Framing can be discussed before purchase. Singapore delivery or pickup details can be confirmed at checkout.
Artwork details
- Collection
- Arabic Calligraphy
- Medium
- Oil
- Size
- 21.2 x 30 in
- Surface
- Velvet Cloth
- Framed
- Unframed
- Ready to hang
- No
- Year
- 2025
- Availability
- Available
About the work
This painting is a masterclass in trompe l'oeil realism, executed with oil paint on a velvet cloth to create a stunningly lifelike depiction of a draped Persian carpet. The artist captures the heavy, luxurious weight of the textile as it spills over a wooden ledge and folds onto a dark surface below. Every thread and fringe is rendered with meticulous detail, showcasing a complex "Islimi" or floral vine pattern in a rich palette of deep reds, vibrant golds, and sapphire blues against a cream-colored field. The play of light and shadow within the folds gives the rug a three-dimensional presence, making the viewer feel they could reach out and touch the soft pile. The Meaning and Cultural Context - While this specific image does not contain written Islamic verses, the artwork itself is deeply rooted in Islamic artistic tradition. The intricate, interlocking floral and geometric patterns—known as "Arabesque"—symbolise the infinite nature of God and the interconnectedness of creation. In Islamic culture, carpets are not merely functional items but are considered "gardens of paradise" brought indoors. By painting this with such reverence and precision, the artist elevates a traditional craft into a high-art meditation on beauty, patience, and the divine order found in complex symmetry. The painting's beauty can be enhanced by the creativity exercised by the framer to either render as contemporary or royal. Cost of painting is not included in the cost.
Care
Gently dust with a soft, dry brush and display in a dry, shaded spot away from moisture and chemicals.
