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Extremely Fine Antique Persian Silk Serapi Rug 4'7" x 6’5"

$45,000
£34,014.42
€39,088.62
CA$62,662.22
A$69,709.16
CHF 36,542.41
MX$851,828.86
NOK 465,322.04
SEK 438,036.32
DKK 291,781.71
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Extremely Fine Antique Persian Silk Serapi Rug 4'7" x 6’5". A higher grade of Heriz carpets, usually in medallion designs, with crisp natural dyes, and primarily woven between 1900 and 1930. Red field, navy border is the most popular combination. Semi-geometric.  No town of ‘Serapi’. Robustly woven on cotton, with Turkish knots. Moderate weave.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 56.4 in (143.26 cm)Length: 78 in (198.12 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Good condition.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 026524B1stDibs: LU4732142932202

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