HADJI JALLILI TABRIZ, Northwest Persian
4' 3" x 6' 0" Circa 1900 Price: $9,000
(High-Decorative)
With astounding attention to detail, the ancient split palmette motif becomes the inspiration for a dizzying display of creativity in this uncommonly elegant small Hadji Jallili Tabriz rug. Among the most archetypal of Persian devices, the split palmette forms an instantly memorable main border design where each scrolling motif reveals slight naturalistic differences, as in nature. The motif is then simplified to form the elegant, shield-shaped surround of the warm crimson red reserve. Finally, these distinctive blossom designs enrich the uniquely ornamental field design, where they interconnect with a nuanced and stunningly varied profusion of symmetrical botanical sprays. The result is profoundly harmonious.