Patterns of LifeThe Art of Tibetan Carpets

Carpets are an important decorative art in the Tibetan tradition, serving aesthetic and practical purposes in the monastic and domestic spheres. This exhibition presents the variety of styles, motifs, and functions of carpets and illuminates everyday life in Tibet. Much of the imagery used in Tibetan decorative arts, such as auspicious symbols, geometric patterns, and real and mythical animals, is also found in Tibetan fine art. This shared visual language is explored through complementary paintings and sculptures from the Rubin’s collection.