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Lot 427: A Fine Persian Tabriz Hand-Knotted Wool and Silk Rug with Bird Motifs
This fine hand-knotted carpet is attributed to the Tabriz region of Iran, featuring an intricate design and high knot density. The wool pile, potentially incorporating silk highlights to accentuate the floral details, is woven onto a cotton foundation. The composition is defined by a large central lobed medallion in navy and light blue, positioned on an ivory field. The field is densely decorated with a millefleurs pattern of scrolling vines, floral palmettes, and botanical sprays, which includes small bird pictorial motifs. Complementary floral spandrels fill the corners. The wide main border features a repeating pattern of large blossoms and foliate motifs, bordered by multiple narrower guard borders with geometric and vine designs. The colour palette is composed of soft pastel tones including cream, rose-pink, powder blue, and sage green. The rug is finished at both ends with short, ivory-coloured cotton fringes.
Condition report:
The rug is in good overall condition with some visible creasing from storage or hanging. The fringes are intact. The piece shows light signs of use consistent with age.
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