Title:

Moghan-Savalan
Northwest Persia- Southern Caucasus

Size:

39" x 21" (Mounted Fragment)
Circa:
 1850
Cat. #:
354
Description:

The field design consists of three hexagons alternating with pairs of opposing triangles.

Within each hexagon is a lozenge with surrounding and attached triangles.

The construct within the hexagons is frequently seen in slit-tapestry weave Shahsavan mafrash side panels.

This panel is woven primarily on slit-tapestry weave; however, a narrow stripe of weft-faced plain weave separates the sumac border and the border guards.

The colors are from natural dye sources.
Condition:
The field portion is in good condition. There are a couple of very small reweaves in the field. There are areas of moderate wear in portions of the border. The panel is mounted on linen.
Structure:
Primarily slit-tapestry with weft-faced plain weave mentioned above.
Price:
$1,850.00
Literature:

Wertime, John, Sumak Bags of Northwest Persia & Transcaucasia, pl. 76. (Mafrash of similar design)

Dodds & Eiland, Atlantic Collections, pl. 99(b). (Mafrash of similar design)