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307 X 418 Antique Mahal Carpet
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307 X 418 Antique Mahal Carpet

1900 - 1920
Sold 6 January 2025 · James Cohen Antique Carpets
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Description

The field of this carpet has many shades of terracotta red, streaked with some richer tomato red. This is not repair, but how the carpet was originally made and is in fact a very attractive feature of antique handmade carpets. The effect is to break up the repetitiveness of the overall ''Herati'' design and give the eye some relief, while contributing some drama and interest. It''s a very effective technique and was perfected over hundreds of years so that although it looks spontaneous and random, there is very much an art to it.

A warm and gentle carpet which will be decorative in an understated manner.

Price includes VAT @ 20%

10'1" x 13'8"

Date of Manufacture

James Cohen Antique Carpets has dated this Antique Mahal Carpet to the 1900s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
418cm (164.57")
Width
307cm (120.87")
Reference Numbers
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SA1095417
Dealers Notes

My lifelong passion is for the most beautiful handwoven, antique rugs, carpets and textiles made by mankind. Feel free to chat to me at any time, with any questions you may have about cleaning or repairs, sourcing a specific size or colour combination, I'm here to help.

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The field of this carpet has many shades of terracotta red, streaked with some richer tomato red.
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This is not repair, but how the carpet was originally made and is in fact a very attractive feature of antique handmade carpets.
James Cohen Antique Carpets

The effect is to break up the repetitiveness of the overall ''Herati'' design and give the eye some relief, while contributing some drama and interest. It''s a very effective technique and was perfected over hundreds of years so that although it looks spontaneous and random, there is very much an art to it.

A warm and gentle carpet which will be decorative in an understated manner.

Price includes VAT @ 20%

10'1" x 13'8"

Date of Manufacture

James Cohen Antique Carpets has dated this Antique Mahal Carpet to the 1900s.

Height
418cm (164.57")
Width
307cm (120.87")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1095417
James Cohen Antique Carpets
James Cohen Antique Carpets
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2021

Specialist in antique rugs, carpets and textiles 16th-19th centuries

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A large rectangular antique Mahal carpet featuring an all-over intricate lattice pattern in shades of red, blue, and cream with a detailed multi-layered border. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A large rectangular antique Mahal carpet featuring an all-over intricate lattice pattern in shades of red, blue, and cream with a detailed multi-layered border. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

307 X 418 Antique Mahal Carpet

Archive II A large rectangular antique Mahal carpet featuring an all-over intricate lattice pattern in shades of red, blue, and cream with a detailed multi-layered border. View II
Archive III A large rectangular antique Mahal carpet featuring an all-over intricate lattice pattern in shades of red, blue, and cream with a detailed multi-layered border. View III
Archive IV A large rectangular antique Mahal carpet featuring an all-over intricate lattice pattern in shades of red, blue, and cream with a detailed multi-layered border. View IV
Archive V A large rectangular antique Mahal carpet featuring an all-over intricate lattice pattern in shades of red, blue, and cream with a detailed multi-layered border. View V
Archive VI A large rectangular antique Mahal carpet featuring an all-over intricate lattice pattern in shades of red, blue, and cream with a detailed multi-layered border. View VI
Archive VII A large rectangular antique Mahal carpet featuring an all-over intricate lattice pattern in shades of red, blue, and cream with a detailed multi-layered border. View VII
Archive VIII A large rectangular antique Mahal carpet featuring an all-over intricate lattice pattern in shades of red, blue, and cream with a detailed multi-layered border. View VIII
Archive IX A large rectangular antique Mahal carpet featuring an all-over intricate lattice pattern in shades of red, blue, and cream with a detailed multi-layered border. View IX
Archive X A large rectangular antique Mahal carpet featuring an all-over intricate lattice pattern in shades of red, blue, and cream with a detailed multi-layered border. View X
Archive XI A large rectangular antique Mahal carpet featuring an all-over intricate lattice pattern in shades of red, blue, and cream with a detailed multi-layered border. View XI
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James Cohen Antique Carpets

James Cohen Antique Carpets
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A large rectangular antique Mahal carpet featuring an all-over intricate lattice pattern in shades of red, blue, and cream with a detailed multi-layered border.
307 x 418 Antique Mahal Carpet
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A large rectangular antique Mahal carpet featuring an all-over intricate lattice pattern in shades of red, blue, and cream with a detailed multi-layered border.
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  • ObjectCarpets & Rugs
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StylePersian
  • MaterialWool, Cotton
  • ColourTerracotta
  • MotifsAll-over lattice design, Stylised floral motifs, Multi-stripe guard borders, Abrash colour variation
  • SizeH 418 cm (165 in) x W 307 cm (121 in)

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Mahal carpets originate from the Mahal district in west-central Persia, traditionally known for large-scale, often geometric or all-over floral lattice patterns set against terracotta or madder-red fields.

Authentic pieces are hand-knotted using hand-spun wool for the pile, often on a cotton foundation, employing traditional asymmetrical or symmetrical Persian knots.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the natural vegetable dyes, irregular abrash colour variations in the wool, knot density on the reverse, and the hand-spun character of the foundation yarns.

This piece works well as a grounding element in rooms featuring neutral upholstery and clean architectural lines, adding texture, heritage, and warmth to modern living spaces.

Preservation requires regular gentle vacuuming without a beater bar, professional washing by a textile conservator every few years, and rotation to ensure even wear.
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