Exhibition of Azerbaijan’s 17th-18th Century Palace Carpets Opens in Istanbul

Istanbul: An exhibition titled 'From Sufism to Textile: Sacred Geometry in the Art of Weaving' featuring Azerbaijani palace carpets from the 17th-18th centuries opened at the Turkish and Islamic Art Museum in Istanbul, Trkiye.

According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, the exhibition showcases 18 unique carpets and artistic embroidery from the personal collection of U.S. citizen Amir Oskouei, an expert in antique rugs and textiles. It also includes world-renowned palace carpets featuring the compositions Afshan, Goja, and Khatai ('Dragon').

The opening ceremony was attended by Turkish state officials, Samil Ayrim, Deputy of the Turkish Grand National Assembly and Head of the Trkiye-Azerbaijan Interparliamentary Friendship Group, Amir Oskouei, and art enthusiasts.

During the event, participants highlighted Azerbaijani-Turkish unity, the victory achieved as a result of the Patriotic War, and the ongoing path toward a peace agreement. They also emphasized the importance of such events in promoting Azerbaijani culture to a wider audience.

Following the ceremony, visitors toured the exhibition, which will remain open until March 25, 2026.