(Connoisseur-Caliber) ("New Arrivals Gallery")
Bakhtiaris are among the most renowned village rugs for their extraordinary precision and spirited jewel-toned palettes. They are a richly artistic fusion of grand, formal designs from Kirman, the nearest city weaving center, integrated with the more fluid, whimsical designs from their ancient tribal heritage. Thus, their design repertoire is enormous and full of unique and enchanting surprises, as is the case with this one-in-the-world design. An extraordinary menagerie of animals and elemental human figures parade over every inch of the aged ivory ground. Sheep, gazelles, peacocks, chickens, unknown striped ungulates, and other curious creatures, plus people, are drawn in a highly folk art manner, and the exact message from this weaver is as mysterious as an Egyptian hieroglyph. Perhaps it depicts the entire village and all the animals on which it depends. The hooked hexagonal medallion, composed of a garland of birds and flowers, plus diminutive anchor pendants, and at the top and bottom, great triangular, highly abstract floral arrangements, creates the stabilizing axis of this mesmerizing composition. The borders are detailed with a curling tendril alternating with star-like octagons and diamonds, which are very innovative variations on the universally used meandering vine and blossom, and symbolize 'Fences of Security' for the lively realm depicted in the field. The fantastical range of scales explored and the dense population of endlessly varied inhabitants will invite lifelong study by enthusiasts of the unique artistry of Bakhtiari weavings. The superb heavy pile condition, rich jewel-toned palette, and glossy wool ensure this will make an exciting and timeless addition to a significant space.

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