Dimensions: 188 × 133 cm ( 6 ft 2 in × 4 ft 4 in)
Year: Circa 1940s
Material: Wool on cotton
Classification: Antique, Oriental, Kashan, Floral, Symmetrical
Set against a rich crimson field, this hand-knotted Kashan rug presents a symmetrical, architectural design evoking a garden framed by sacred architecture. It is woven with a wool pile on a cotton foundation.
A pointed arch, paired columns and a suspended lamp-like motif frame a flowering vase and scrolling foliage. Together, these elements recall the imagery of Paradise associated with the wider Persian and Islamic prayer-carpet tradition.
Flowering stems and stylised blossoms soften the architectural symmetry. A broad, deep-blue floral border encloses the field, framed by narrower decorative bands.
Crimson contrasts with deep navy and blue-green, while turquoise, ivory, soft pink and muted gold bring light and detail to the design. The balance of warm and cool tones gives definition to the intricate drawing across the field and borders.
The cotton fringes show wear and areas of damage. The pile and foundation are otherwise in good overall condition.
Dimensions: 188 × 133 cm ( 6 ft 2 in × 4 ft 4 in)
Year: Circa 1940s
Material: Wool on cotton
Classification: Antique, Oriental, Kashan, Floral, Symmetrical
Set against a rich crimson field, this hand-knotted Kashan rug presents a symmetrical, architectural design evoking a garden framed by sacred architecture. It is woven with a wool pile on a cotton foundation.
A pointed arch, paired columns and a suspended lamp-like motif frame a flowering vase and scrolling foliage. Together, these elements recall the imagery of Paradise associated with the wider Persian and Islamic prayer-carpet tradition.
Flowering stems and stylised blossoms soften the architectural symmetry. A broad, deep-blue floral border encloses the field, framed by narrower decorative bands.
Crimson contrasts with deep navy and blue-green, while turquoise, ivory, soft pink and muted gold bring light and detail to the design. The balance of warm and cool tones gives definition to the intricate drawing across the field and borders.
The cotton fringes show wear and areas of damage. The pile and foundation are otherwise in good overall condition.
