|
The attribution
here is tentative for this rug represents what some believe
might be a very specific and as yet unidentified group of
work having both Afshar and Bakhtiyari origin. The rug bears
the date of 1312 AH (1896 AD) and the inscription for what
the Persians call “the five closest to god”, the
names of Mohammed and his family. The red and orange wefting
and the tonality of the weaving suggest an Afshar work. Yet,
the field composition contains elements of the traditional
Bakhtiyari vase design but the whimsical treatment of these
elements result in a charming and imaginative example of tribal
folk art.
Condition:
Excellent. Full pile with a few wrinkle creases otherwise
in near perfect condition.
|
