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4311 Tibetan 2 ft 3 in x 9 ft 7 in (70 x 295)

4311 Tibetan 2 ft 3 in x 9 ft 7 in (70 x 295)

One of the group of Tibetan rugs known for their “checkerboard” design, this one has a wonderful tomato red and light gold color combination that is quite special.  There is a slight bit of wear in parts of the rug.  Circa 1900.

3993 Gabbeh Runner 2 ft x 17 ft 9 in (61 x 541)

3993 Gabbeh Runner 2 ft x 17 ft 9 in (61 x 541)

  The original so-called “Gabbeh” carpets of the second to third quarter of the 20th century such as this example, are a wonderful example of indiginous art from the tribes that roam the mountains of Iran in search of grazing areas for their flocks. The materials used in creating these modernist seeming pieces are natural…

7055 Sultanabad 10ft x 13ft 6in (3.06 x 4.11m)

7055 Sultanabad 10ft x 13ft 6in (3.06 x 4.11m)

A design of large cartouche medallions outlined by feathers which one normally associates with Kerman carpets.  The color combination utilized– the rich madder, deep indigo and fiery yellow show that is indeed an example of Sultanabad weavers using their skill to impart their genius into a borrowed design.