Early 19th Century Kurdish Gallery Carpet 170 x 351cm / 5'5" x 11'6" Decorative

Early 19th Century Kurdish Gallery Carpet 170 x 351cm / 5'5" x 11'6" DecorativeThis rare survivor was woven around 200 years ago by Kurdish weavers in the West of Persia. The large, bold design of richly coloured flowerheads contrasts gorgeously with the abrashed midnight blue field. How the greens and yellows sing! Considered by collectors and connoisseurs to be a great work of art, there are not many opportunities to purchase such an artistic rug these days. In good condition with some old repairs. 5'5" x 11'6"

It is quite incredible to behold and a unique piece

demonstrating the Herati or 'fish' design

with wonderful colour

will bring decor and levity

the more incredible it gets

Lashings of cream and pale gold make for beautiful accent colours and what a lovely square size

Evenly worn

It's one of the first signs of something special when it has more than 8 different colours and here we're looking at 11 or 12 distinct shades

Would make a great display piece

reminding us of the changing nature of the Greek Islands

Lovely purple field Yomud Mafrash panel from circa 1890

the stunningly rare Salor Kapunuk in outstanding condition