| Description |
This rug has a floral design theme with strong Isfahan influences. The manner in which the botehs are displayed is a common feature in many villages of the Chahar Mahal va Bakhtiari. A three dimensional effect is created by the placing of one boteh outline behind another with the hooks at their tops bent in opposite directions. This treatment is called boteh sar kadj'. I have very tentatively attributed this rug to the town of Boldaji, based on its structure, design and tonality. As mentioned there are numerous Isfahan design influences. There is the clear, well-ordered layout of the leaves and flowers usually called 'Shah Abbas' palmettes in western rug literature. These palmettes are actually stylizations from Chinese lotus or peony patterns. One also sees an Isfahan influence in the tendrils called 'islimis'. Here, the 'islimis' unfurl over the ground in a perfectly balanced and finely graduated stem-and-branch layout. There is a wide range of strong, vibrant colors. The golden-yellow ground provides a stunning palette upon which to display the floral composition.
Condition:
Perfect. Full pile. No areas of wear or damage. |
