Rare Persian Village Rug with Saffron Yellow Field, Circa 1890, 1.60m X 1.17m

19th century

Sold by Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs

Description

There are very few antique Persian rugs of any type with a yellow background. This is probably because yellow pigments were relatively more expensive and difficult to obtain from plants and vegetal sources. Hence the rarity and desirability. This pretty Bakhtiari rug from the Zagros Mountains region of Southern Persia has a lovely abrashed saffron yellow field which is decorated with a charming interpretation of the Herati design, only on a larger scale. All the elements are expressively drawn, and in particular, the fishlike leaves which appear to have eyes. All very enigmatic and charming. Note also the complementary floral border which frames the field so nicely. In good condition and professionally cleaned.

Physical Dimensions

Height

160cm (62.99")

Width

117cm (46.06")

Declaration

Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs has dated this piece to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA967383

Dealers Internal Reference

YA67

Dealers Notes

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Description

There are very few antique Persian rugs of any type with a yellow background.

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This is probably because yellow pigments were relatively more expensive and difficult to obtain from plants and vegetal sources.

Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs

Hence the rarity and desirability. This pretty Bakhtiari rug from the Zagros Mountains region of Southern Persia has a lovely abrashed saffron yellow field which is decorated with a charming interpretation of the Herati design, only on a larger scale. All the elements are expressively drawn, and in particular, the fishlike leaves which appear to have eyes. All very enigmatic and charming. Note also the complementary floral border which frames the field so nicely. In good condition and professionally cleaned.