SULTANABAD, West Central Persian
10' 6" x 17' 3" Late 19th Century Price: $55,000
(High-Decorative)
This antique Sultanabad with its ruby and emerald jewel tones is astonishing. This gracious oversize Persian rug achieves a timeless presence that will greatly enhance a large family space and is perfectly suited as either a contemporary splash of color or compatible in a traditional setting. Masterfully dyed and presenting a fascinating design, this piece offers many distinctive artistic elements. The highly expressive, harmonious palette includes soft pippin green, copper, slate blue, taupe and salmon as accents. The alluring clustering of its leaves and flowers pattern has a hidden rhythm to it that is graceful and beguiling and which allows each motif to shine against the rich field.