MOHTASHAM KASHAN
Central Persian (SOLD)

(High-Collectible) ("Best-of-its-Type Sold in 2020”) The highest tier of early Mohtasham Kashan rugs are universally acclaimed for their use of unfathomably fine knotting, opulent, incredibly silky lamb’s wool, and the most delicately drawn motifs. Among the very finite number of truly great Mohtashams that were woven, only a precious few remain from the first part of the 19th century and offer a profound sense of the inimitable aesthetic that inspired the later tradition. Given extraordinary potency by its masterful compartment design, each pane is created from 16 angles and filled with elaborate floral imagery. The overarching complicated structure of these elements is dazzling. Expertly subtle abrash striation in the wide-ranging palette helps achieve its sumptuous visual display. Harkening to an even earlier sensitivity of how to maintain balance and harmony among diverse and powerful elements, the awe-inspiring border design is exceedingly delicately drawn. Learn About This Rug Type