Silk Velvet Designed by 'Ghiyath' 1550 - 1599

This silk velvet textile, designed by Ghiyath, showcases the intricate and decorative artistry of 16th-century Ottoman textiles. The piece features a repeating pattern of floral motifs, with stylized blossoms and leaves rendered in delicate detail, interspersed with sinuous black and gold vines, evoking the ornate and luxurious designs of the period. This textile, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection, exemplifies the craftsmanship and aesthetic sensibility that characterized Ottoman textile production during Ghiyath’s lifetime.