4306 Balouch 2 ft 5 in x 4 ft 4 in (76 x 134)

A wonderfully sophisticated design by Taftanchian, known for re-interpreting classic 16th century designs in the 19th century
This extraordinary carpet with its unusual design is one of only two room sized Melas carpets we have encountered in 50+ years. Melas is an area usually known for small prayer rugs with very sophisticated color combinations. Here a grand stepped and indented medallion with finials hovers amidst an open terracotta field otherwise occupied only by…
A “Gabbeh” or “Jiroft” type of rug woven in the mid 20th century