KURDISH CAMELHAIR
Northwest Persian
3' 10" x 4' 10" (117cm x 147cm) Circa 1875
(High-Decorative)
$5,200, with 20% incentive: $4,160
KURDISH CAMELHAIR, Northwest Persian
3' 10" x 4' 10"
117cm x 147cm
Circa 1875
(High-Decorative) ("New Arrivals Gallery") A vital and spontaneous work of tribal weavers, most likely family members, this seldom found area-size camelhair rug immediately had us under its spell. Its charming folkloric character is evident in its asymmetrical placement of the medallion and partial medallion, surrounded by four naively rendered large scale boteh ("Seed of Life" motif.) While the medallions are skillfully executed, derived from traditional motifs, the border designs are entirely playful and free-form, filled with geometric shapes that continually change in both scale and form, probably the work of a young weaver. The festive array of secondary hues and the luminous blonde undyed camelhair come together to enhance its joyful spirit. Learn About This Rug Type