Fine 'Bessarabian' Kilim, 2.35m X 1.93m

1900 - 1920

Sold by Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs

Description

Although this beautiful wool kilim falls into a category often described as 'Bessarabian', the ancient name for the modern Republic of Moldova, the likelihood is that it was woven in neighbouring Romania. Furthermore, the use of curved or 'eccentric' wefts combined with the drawing of the floral elements point specifically to the region of Oltenia. One can reasonably assume that it was produced for a client with great taste. The fine workmanship, materials and colours all point to weavers who understood the art form to perfection. The golden yellow field is centred by a flowering urn which is surrounded by other floral sprigs, laying horizontally, a style very characteristic of the kilims from Oltenia. The use of curved wefts enables the weaver to draw these elements in a naturalistic way, and creates a sense of three-dimensionality. All very charming. The pale blue abrashed border contains similar floral elements and frames the field perfectly. This is a wonderfully decorative carpet which would work equally well on a wall or as a floor covering in the right space, and in many types of settings. Professionally cleaned and in very good condition. There are only a few minor signs of use which suggests this piece was cherished through the generations.

Physical Dimensions

Height

235cm (92.52")

Width

193cm (75.98")

Declaration

Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs has dated this piece to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA981930

Dealers Internal Reference

LR39

Dealers Notes

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Furthermore, the use of curved or 'eccentric' wefts combined with the drawing of the floral elements point specifically to the region of Oltenia.

Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs

One can reasonably assume that it was produced for a client with great taste. The fine workmanship, materials and colours all point to weavers who understood the art form to perfection. The golden yellow field is centred by a flowering urn which is surrounded by other floral sprigs, laying horizontally, a style very characteristic of the kilims from Oltenia. The use of curved wefts enables the weaver to draw these elements in a naturalistic way, and creates a sense of three-dimensionality. All very charming. The pale blue abrashed border contains similar floral elements and frames the field perfectly. This is a wonderfully decorative carpet which would work equally well on a wall or as a floor covering in the right space, and in many types of settings. Professionally cleaned and in very good condition. There are only a few minor signs of use which suggests this piece was cherished through the generations.