Rare Ukrainian Folk Tapestry, 2nd Half of 19th Century, 2.45m X 1.76m

Name: Rare Ukrainian Folk Tapestry, 2nd Half of 19th Century, 2.45m X 1.76m
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1181747
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs

Description

At one time this beautiful and rare tapestry would have been included in the generic term 'Bessarabian' kilim denoting a weaving produced anywhere in the Central or South-East Europe. Today, I believe we can attribute it with confidence to the Kyiv region of Central Ukraine. Dating to the second half of the 19th century, it has the technical characteristics of that region including hemp warps, fine soft wool, interlocking wefts which create a solid fabric, exquisite natural dyes, and the ubiquitous use of curved or 'eccentric' wefts. The design is a masterful example of Ukrainian folk art. Rows of offset shrubs mingle with hook beaked exotic birds and other floral ornaments. This composition is framed by a meandering vine within the light blue field and then a separate narrow outer border. The colours are quite wonderful, enhanced by the brilliant use of abrash in the light blues, greens, pinks and yellows that give a sense of depth and texture. Delightful. Note also a beautiful deep purple. Cherished through the generations, this piece has survived in very good condition. It has recently been professionally cleaned.

Physical Dimensions

Height

245cm (96.46")

Width

176cm (69.29")

Declaration

Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs has dated this piece to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1181747

Dealers Internal Reference

NRG18

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This composition is framed by a meandering vine within the light blue field and then a separate narrow outer border.

Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs

The colours are quite wonderful, enhanced by the brilliant use of abrash in the light blues, greens, pinks and yellows that give a sense of depth and texture. Delightful. Note also a beautiful deep purple. Cherished through the generations, this piece has survived in very good condition. It has recently been professionally cleaned.