FERAHAN, West Central Persian
4' 6" x 6' 10" Late 19th Century Price: $8,800
(High-Decorative)
Using an exceedingly fine weave, the highly dexterous Persian town weaver of this lively and engaging antique Ferahan deftly transforms the traditional all-over Herati field design into a medium of surprise and casual elegance. Exuberantly infusing each section, its modern persimmon and azure blue color combination refreshes this classic design to dazzling impact. Its precise patterning upon the midnight indigo field creates a sense of drama, while accentuating the stunning botanical meander of the contrasting, ivory ground main border. Its triangular spandrels based in warm caramel is another refreshing departure.