Maimai 207 X 129 cm
Origin: Central Persia Size: 207 x 129 cm (Approximately 81.5 X 50.8 inch) Age: 2nd quarter of 20th century Condition: Excellent Description of Design and History: A town in the area of josheghan in north west iran. Rug woven in this town have the traditional josheghan design . The asymmetric knot is used at a density of about 65 per square inch on a cotton foundation. Early 19 /20 th century weaver used always natural dyes colours. All natural dyes are paramount for the carpet to have more than just decorative value. Beyond that, various dyers had varying levels of skill and invested different lengths of time in dyeing the yarns. The œquality of color€œits radiance and level of nuance within each color€œis centrally important. Certain rare colors such as Tyrian purple, saffron yellow, cochineal rose and greens add to the carpet„¢s value
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Origin: Central Persia Size: 207 x 129 cm (Approximately 81.5 X 50.8 inch) Age: 2nd quarter of 20th century Condition: Excellent Description of Design and History: A town in the area of josheghan in north west iran. Rug woven in this town have the traditional josheghan design . The asymmetric knot is used at a density of about 65 per square inch on a cotton foundation. Early 19 /20 th century weaver used always natural dyes colours. All natural dyes are paramount for the carpet to have more than just decorative value. Beyond that, various dyers had varying levels of skill and invested different lengths of time in dyeing the yarns. The œquality of color€œits radiance and level of nuance within each color€œis centrally important. Certain rare colors such as Tyrian purple, saffron yellow, cochineal rose and greens add to the carpet„¢s value
Condition Report: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition. Please carefully read our terms of sale, shipping pick up & payment information. We are happy and willing to answer questions about any of our lots as well as to send additional images. It is the responsibility of the bidder to pose any questions BEFORE bidding. Please email us for a shipping quote if needed. All sales are final.
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