Antique Khamseh Confederacy Carpet, Baharlu Tribe, Fars Province, South-West Persia.
Price
£5,500
| $6,996 USD | €6,631 EUR
Item Ref
BM1902
Description
Made circa 1870 by the Baharlu taifeh of the Khamseh Confederacy in Fars, south-west Persia, this extremely fine and rare carpet is in very good overall condition albeit with evenly-low pile. The three central flower-heads are surrounded by the 'herati' pattern throughout, symbolising two fish swimming around water-lilies.The natural colours are vibrant as is the main border design depicting a continouos vine symbolising the eternal cycle of life. The carpet needs to be seen to fully appreciate the fineness of design and quality of the colours.
Size: 3.20m x 1.93m (10' 6" x 6' 4").
Viewing by appointment only.
Internal Ref: BM1902
Dimensions
Height = 320 cm (126")Width = 193 cm (76")
Depth = 0 cm (0")
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