Antique Israeli Pictorial Bezalel Rachel’s Tomb Rug. Size: 3 ft 9 in x 2 ft 5 in

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Antique Israeli Pictorial Bezalel Rachel’s Tomb Rug. Size: 3 ft 9 in x 2 ft 5 in

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A magnificently artistic antique Israeli pictorial Bezalel Rachel’s tomb rug, country of origin / rugs type: antique Israeli rugs, circa 1920. Size: 3 ft 9 in x 2 ft 5 in (1.14 m x 0.74 m) This antique Israeli Bezalel rug was produced in the 1920’s and pictures the famed Matriarch burial site of Rachel’s tomb. This pictorial rug features a place that is sacred and represents the story of Rachel and the moral ideals that she stands for in Judaic lore. This antique Judiaca rug was designed by an art student who too a course in rug weaving at the Bezalel Art School in Jerusalem. The artists Jewish roots can be seen in the many different motifs such as the border which is filled with Stars of David with the word “Zion” written in calligraphy within the center of each one. This remarkable antique Israeli rug uses browns, greens, and earth tones to recreate a view of Rachel’s Tomb. The rug artist used perspective to convey give the feeling that the viewer is looking at the tomb from a distance. The artist used a vanishing point, a horizon line, and overlapping elements to convey a sense of distance. The artist also used perspective to create a rendition that is meant to be realistic. The entire Israeli rug gives the sense that the viewer is looking out a window and viewing the sacred space. Flanking the central image of Rachel’s Tomb, we see two towering Menorahs – an iconic image within the Jewish faith. Under the right menorah design appears the word “Bezalel” while under the left one we the word “Jerusalem”.

Dimensions:
Width: 45 in (114.3 cm)Length: 29 in (73.66 cm)
Style:
Art Nouveau (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Wool,Hand-Knotted
Place of Origin:
Israel
Period:
Early 20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1920
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. This piece is in excellent condition. It has some very minor restoration and fading but it it pretty much undetectable.
Seller Location:
New York, NY
Reference Number:
Seller: 499811stDibs: LU859713504262