Medium Sized Mid Century Isfahan Rug in Wool

Isfahans, true, are not for everyone, but those who appreciate the intensity of their particular artform, very fine weave, great durability, and the beautiful feel, love living with ...

Baluch and Yamot Lamb’s wool This excellent condition 60-70 year old medium large Beluchi exemplifies the subtlety of presentation and the fine weaving of mid century Belouchi hand...

Another in our limited collection of superior woven and highly finished tribal pieces from the early 20th century . This example projects the authentic Qashgai symbols of tribal medallions, and flowers along with some artistic touches which belong to the weaver’s own art and imagination : note the two columns on the outer sides of the main field a subtle “art...

Featured as an exemplar of Afshar tribal creativity in James Opie's notable book " Tribal Rugs " this extremely rare collector's piece was used in a lecture series we conducted on the possible albeit unexamined influence of tribal rugs on early 20th century European painting . The Afshars during the 19th century were amongst the dominant five nomadic groups in Iran and unquestionably the most daringly creative, and probably the most prolific in weaving output . Though the vast majority of their carpets exhibit traditional , more angular tribal patterns, this example is an extraordinary tribute to one female weaver as designer . There seems no precedent for the remarkable move into mind bending forms which veer off from the norm , which make it a high collectible and unquestionable investment piece . The achievement of two elements stand out : colour and design execution . The rich and varied natural dye colours are deep and powerful and include a range from the treasured eggplant , through a provocative orange , yellows ( saffron), pale peach, to three unusual blues and a rare rust brown . Green is also sensitively applied to the palette . The design also represents a departure from all norms before or since amongst Afshar rugs . The central medallions have been altered to create an almost moving, slightly hallucinatory effect ; the graceful tumbling of coloured leaves or vines is singular in its presentation, graceful yet very much alive . Most interesting are the designs within the medallion which seem to be an evocation of the ancient Chinese dragon and phoenix symbols . This theory gains a bit more traction when you look at the upright shrine type figure rising up alongside the medallions - these appear Chinese , as well, in a semi- abstract way-- influences such as these had been travelling across thewide continent of Asia for millenia . The borders are classic traditional Afshar , noted for their lovely re-creation of flower symbols , interlinking , and slightly irregular , showing the artistic seredipity of the artist/ weaver . The colours here too, particularly the blues and yellows are nothing short of spectacular . The amount of detailled hand work suggests that this piece would have required at least two years work on a ground loom- a humbling thought in thinking about the nomadic life in the 19th century. This rug is of a size and of such a beauty that in the right open modern decor, it could well occupy a wall space of distinction, as would a modern art canvas...

Symbol of Nobility: 19th Century Antique Isfahan Carpet If you want to add a historical touch to your home, this antique rug is for you. This c...

Isfahan Rug, Mid-20th Century Additional Information: Dimensions: 3'5" W x 5'9" L Origin: Persia Period: Mid-20th Century Rug ID: 10181

An extraordinary mid-20th century Persian Isfahan rug with an outstanding large-scale medallion amidst a field on of scrolling vines and flowers woven in myriad colors on a brilliant...

This late 19th-century antique Isfahan rug features deep red fielding and an intricate design adorned with vibrant colors. Central Design: The deep red central area is decorated wit...