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Rare Antique Green Background Khorassan Carpet with Dancing Animals

$38,073.42
£27,919.28
€39,040VAT Included
CA$52,767.09
A$53,011.37
CHF 30,577.45
MX$645,121.85
NOK 355,199.61
SEK 360,311.61
DKK 244,003.03

About the Item

A fine and rare antique Khorassan pictorial carpet depicting a panoply of animals arranged in horizontal rows on a pistachio green background, appearing as caught in a ritual dance. The cartoon-like character of some of the animals is very endearing, especially the expression on the multicoloured dancing bears. This specific type represents a family of early Khorassan pictorial rugs, which were commissioned at the time in Doroshkh by the Qajar aristocracy to decorate their palaces. While all the examples of this particular group are invariably woven on this same colour background, this is the only version known to have this amusing composition. A genuinely charming carpet which used to decorate the living room of a prestigious mansion here in Milano.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 120.08 in (305 cm)Length: 157.49 in (400 cm)
  • Style:
    Khorassan (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Knotted
  • Place of Origin:
    Afghanistan
  • Period:
    1880-1889
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1880
  • Condition:
    Repaired: The rug has some very minor repairs, including the replacement of the side selvedges. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Milan, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Alberto Levi Gallery 000381stDibs: LU954946328432

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