It was listed by Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this piece to the 1870s.
Although the tree appears, in the photos, to be a blue colour, it is actually turquoise. It is interesting to note that the brocaded '8-pointed star' in the lower skirt, is woven in a mixture of wool and white cotton. A great example of this type.
Size: 92cm x 51cm (3' 0" x 1' 8").
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this piece to the 1870s.
Dealing in antique and old tribal rugs, dowry weavings and decorative carpets from the near east and central asia since 1979.
You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets Profile Page
Antique Pillow-bagface, Timuri Nomads, Borderlands of Eastern Persia/western Afghanistan.
