258 cm x 157 cm
A piece with excellent quality of velvety wool, with varied and saturated dyes dominated
by an opulent hue of purplish red. It shows a highly elaborated design; the medallions
display the so-called ‘Qashqa’i Tribal Emblem’. There is a true ‘collection’ of fantastic
birds. Above and below the column of medallions, four gigantic birds, with long tails and
necks, are made to fit into the existing space; multicolored concentric lines enhance their
wings. Small birds with crests like plants are on the sides of the medallions, and two human
figures are above the lower one. The unusual main border is a succession of pomegranates
alternating with peacocks with large multicolored tails, flanked by minute gazelles and
boteh. The ivory-colored secondary borders, decorated with ‘bird heads’, provide color
contrast and emphasize each of the parts. The weaver succeeded in maintaining all the
figures in the guards in a vertical position instead of symmetrically towards the center.
Very good condition, even medium
pile all around. This rug was published in the book “ Rugs & Art”, Hali PL, London 2017,
Plate 17, Pages 48 and 49.
Rug Nº: 095
Price: please ask