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Very Soft and Early Ningxia Seat Cover from the First Half of the 19th Century

$1,400
£1,059.44
€1,221.87
CA$1,955
A$2,190.23
CHF 1,140.02
MX$26,672.87
NOK 14,522.27
SEK 13,675.88
DKK 9,121.07
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About the Item

This square carpet, produced around 1800-1830, with a golden yellow field once formed part of one of the long bench covers used in Tibetan monasteries or made maybe also for a single Throne seat. The cruciform design at the centre of the field represents two Tibetan dorje symbols. The corners of the field depict stylized bats aligned towards the central motif. Overall in very good condition, woven with best wool and colors quality. With removable fixing rings on the back. Literature: Compare with: ESKENAZI, JOHN J., L'Arte del Tappeto Orientale. Milan 1983, no. 331.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 23.23 in (59 cm)Width: 27.17 in (69 cm)Depth: 0.4 in (1 cm)
  • Style:
    Chinese Export (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1800-1830
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Vienna, AT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6023228689432

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