(High-Collectible) ("The California Collection") Room-size Serapi displays a broad range of styles while still holding on to deep-seated traditions, handed down since time immemorial. This thrilling example represents the virtuoso work done in the latter part of the second half of the 19th century, reflecting the gentle influence of town weaving, such as that from Ferahan. Enormous flowerheads that are almost psychedelic in artistry ascend, dangle, and sway suspended by Aegean green cactus-like tendrils that dexterously spread across every conceivable space in eye-pleasing patterns. Many of these blossoms combine other identifiable forms like fruit, crowned figures, feathers, and luminous jewels. Some resemble the essence of birds that have been totally transmogrified. This landmark carpet retains fabulous condition, leaning toward a softer palette favored in prior times rather than the darker jewel tones that would become the trend. A profusion of delicately abrashed celadon and powder blues set off expanses of sun-washed terra cotta — an inimitable color combination that is accentuated skillfully by the antique ivory field. 

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