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Persian Rug, Kashan Persian Rug, Antique Persian Rug

Persian Carpet Collection

This Kashan conveys an ambiance that is both exotic and magical. Levitating at the center of the arboreal scene, a grand scale ruby red vase exuberantly overflows with pinpoint blossoming boughs. Fanciful vase-borne columns hold aloft a gracefully scalloped arch that harbors exotic birds with eye-catching plumage. An incredible display of vegetally sourced golden hues abound, the foil to equally magnificent copper and garnet, sapphire, rose, celadon, spruce green and midnight indigo that populate this inimitable portrait of paradise. NEW ARRIVAL! 4' 9" x 6' 11" 145cm x 211cm Late 19th Century

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Persian Rug, Kashan Persian Rug, Antique Persian Rug

Persian Carpet Collection

MANCHESTER KASHAN This antique Kashan carpet is one of the finest examples we have experienced in our three decades of business. Highly sophisticated in design, this antique Manchester Kashan palace-size oriental carpet presents a luxurious lamb's wool pile and a glowing salmon field. Manchester Kashan represent an elite subgroup of classical Persian carpets that feature extremely fine knotting, chiseled floral designs, a silken texture and soft, glowing hues. They are usually seen in the 4x6 to 10x14 range, and virtually never in carpets of great size. Price upon request! 13' 5" x 22' 3"-78 409cm x 678cm Circa 1900

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Persian Rug, Isfahan Persian Rug, Antique Persian Rug

Persian Carpet Collection

Exquisite delicacy of design, masterful color combinations and a balanced, formal composition are the hallmarks of the highly esteemed Persian Isfahan rugs. Painstaking craftsmanship results in extraordinarily fine knotting and chiseled design work and a mature sensibility for aesthetic balance allows this accomplished vintage Oriental rug to demonstrate these classical attributes with great aplomb. Within an expansive, prized ivory reserve, a highly engaging rose window medallion is rendered with great precision, surrounded by crisply articulated formal vinery. Each flower and leaf of this oversize Isfahan rug is drawn with precise symmetry, revealing its exacting standards of workmanship. Its generous, versatile dimensions, heavy construction and superb condition make this vintage Persian Oriental carpet a fitting enhancement for a family's most actively used home space. signature of the elite" Master Moustafa Ebrahimpour" workshop. This carpet is attributed to the acclaimed Persian painter, Your Excellency Mirza Agha Emami from Isfahan. Price upon request! DM 10’68" x 7' 60" 347cm x 247cm Circa 1920 An Extraordinary Handmade , Foundation ‏wool & Silk

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Persian Rug, Tehran Persian Rug, Antique Persian Rug

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Boasting oversize dimensions that are astoundingly rare among undyed wools carpets, this astonishingly full-pile Persian Tehran oversize carpet was obviously an important special commission created for an established family. Its brilliant use of color is sublime. To the luminosity of vibrant light wools is added riveting rare hues of crystalline blue, saffron and guava as well as several auburn shades. Its astonishingly spacious, abrash-enhanced compartments are skillfully delineated, clearly designed for a grand-scaled great room or entertaining area, easily able to balance high ceilings, exotic hardwood appointments, or other special requirements of a signature space. New Arrivals Gallery! 11' 0" x 17' 4"(82) 335cm x 528cm Late 19th Century

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Persian Rug, Kerman Persian Rug, Antique Persian Rug

Persian Carpet Collection

A KERMAN Carpet Late 17th Century! Shimmering fantastical foliage invites the captivated viewer’s eye into an idealized world of perfection in this extraordinary Kerman Court masterpiece, where both color and form coexist with effortless grace. Incredibly luminous lime green cypresses join a swirling profusion of exquisitely balanced botanical species within the symphonic Tree of Life design, then give an encore performance as the featured performer of a surpassingly elegant main border. Astonishingly, though every inch of the surface is filled with infinitely painstaking texture, in atmosphere this formal art rug remains one of the lightest and most spacious-feeling pieces we have ever offered. 8 Apr 2010 5' 0" x 8' 53" 151cm x 251cm LATE 17th Century

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Persian Rug, Farahan Persian Rug

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Offering an impressively wide palette of luminous, naturally dyed jewel tones, this superb quality Persian oversize carpet demonstrates the balanced, yet energetic aesthetic that makes the Ferahan (Farahan) style so versatile and desired. Exceptional fluidity is apparent in the symmetrically arranged blossoming vinery that fills the field, a quality that extends to majestic, sinuous border patterns. Surprising elements, such as the mint green base of the corner pieces and borders, add further subtle energy and interest. Happily, this one-of-a-kind 12x19 is in full-pile condition. Price upon request! 12' 1" x 19' 5"53 368cm x 592cm Circa 1910

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Persian Rug, Tehran Persian Rug, Antique Persian Rug

Persian Carpet Collection

An exquisitely regal showpiece as either wall art or on the floor, this painterly exemplar of the cherished Tehran weaving group exhibits a consummate refinement and compositional mastery. Like an ornate honey-gold courtyard fountain viewed from the air, glittering shades of cornflower spill from the Rococo medallion into meandering waterways that irrigate a profusion of crystalline garden blooms across a luxuriant garnet toned reserve. Obviously woven by a woman with a profound mastery of color, its primary border of lyrically drawn lotus and peony flowers are swathed in continually color-changing braided vinery, in rich shades of blue from a deep royal to rich cerulean, highlighted by olive, peach hues, and sparingly used pear green. Exceptionally fine of weave with heavier pile, this astonishingly well-preserved rug is illumined by the lanolin-rich lamb’s wool so essential to achieve the greatest heights of Persian weaving. Resale Right: No! 4' 6" x 7' 8"”63,5” 408.5cm x 280cm Late 19th Century

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Persian Rug, Kashan Persian Rug, Antique Persian Rug

Persian Carpet Collection

In the first half of the 19th century, kashan was one of only a few Persian town weaving centers that possessed weavers with the great dexterity and sufficient wealth necessary to take on a palace-size commission such as this. Much technical and design experience was needed to accomplish this monumental weaving, such as the perfect proportion of the centerpiece with the graceful corners and ample borders. Executed in a remarkably fine weave for a palace-size carpet, this breathtaking piece juxtaposes a massive, elongated center medallion with petite point detailing of the multitude of charming kashan-style blossoms in its field. NEW ARRIVAL! 14' 2" x 20' 1"68 “112,5” 432cm x 612cm 19th century

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Persian Rug, Heriz Persian Rug

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This superb quality, vintage Persian Heriz in a very seldom-found grand size presents a virtuoso eight-petal starburst medallion and azure vinery that permeates its vast field. It is of wholly consummate quality in its refined craftsmanship, luminous wool quality and extraordinary natural dye work. Price upon request! 12' 1" x 19' 8"42 368cm x 599cm Circa 1925

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Persian Rug, Kashan Persian Rug, Antique Persian Rug

Persian Carpet Collection

Luxurious in all respects, the classical design and luminous, resilient wool quality of this outstanding vintage Persian Kashan Silk carpet create an impression of consummate refinement. Its narrower dimensions are perfect for many dining rooms, where the unfathomably detailed and gloriously toned patterns in the corner spandrels and borders would be on display. Wherever it is placed, its elegance, great precision, remarkable craftsmanship and perfect condition will be deeply appreciated. NEW ARRIVAL! 11' 7" x 18' 10"78,5” 353cm x 574cm Circa 1880

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Persian Rug, Tabriz Persian Rug

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A dazzling assortment of dramatically softened, naturally dyed colors brings a harmonious vitality to this well-crafted room size Tabriz Carpet. A tour-de-force display of intentional abrash striation gives the field tremendous depth as it shifts through azure, slate and sky blue. Offering the uncommonly spirited weaving for which this highly prized Persian village style is known, its dexterous weavers further demonstrated their enlivening artistry through the use of carefully integrated traditional motifs, including the beloved Harshang design pattern of the field and a succession of delightfully artful border cartouches. A treasure in every respect, this collectible carpet remains in exceedingly good floor condition. 11' 4" x 16' 0" 335cm x 488cm CIRCA 1940 Of Harshang design, the PETAG Cintamani signature in one corner, full pile throughout, overall excellent condition

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Persian Rug, Kerman Persian Rug, Antique Persian Rug

Persian Carpet Collection

Boasting an unusually generous width, this oversize antique Ravar Kerman carpet’s artistic magnitude equals its grand dimensions. Its kaleidoscopic collection of rarely seen, early colors are eminently handled in this elegant awe-inspiring design, including burgundy, teal, garnet, and cornflower blue Within its spacious, well-proportioned reserve, a highly original design of five brilliantly faceted medallions is arranged in symmetrical fashion. Very small pendants accentuate the openness and lightness of these medallions' otherwise unadorned light ground. Innovatively detailed borders amply contribute to the regal artistry through majestic cartouche shapes. Resale Right: No! 13' 8" x 16' 7" 417cm x 505cm 3rd Quarter,19th Century

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Persian Rug, Tabriz Persian Rug, Antique Persian Rug

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Ideal to offer a subtle earth-toned underlayment for a sophisticated room, this wonderfully preserved Tabriz antique Persian carpet brings a dignified buoyancy to its palace-size dimensions. Its ivory field is elaborated with time-softened earthen hues of clay, walnut and maize, along with glowing powder blue and azure. Its excellent quality is seen in that even its most petit designs are drawn with much clarity. Its elegant, seven-frame border is based on a seldom-seen mocha tone. A diminutive overall field design artistically veils the medallion and corner piece format, while preserving this antique Tabriz's classical beauty. Price upon request! 15' 3" x 21' 8"98 465cm x 660cm Circa 1900

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Persian Rug, Isfahan Persian Rug, Antique Persian Rug

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The carefully adjusted digital images you are viewing can barely catch the stunning royal blue of this lavish, extraordinarily finely knotted Persian ISFAHAN carpet. Precisely drawn circular arabesques dance in an ordered arrangement across the field, carrying ivory blossom highlights. The extremely fine weave allows for an extraordinary level of fine detailing that shows in every inch of botanical tracery. A cornucopia of delicately crafted leaves, flower heads, and elaborated "Eslimi Torang" motifs bring exquisitely balanced formality to the brick red border of this finely crafted Isfahan carpet in mint condition. 8' 9" x 11' 6" 267cm x 351cm Late 20th Century Signature of the elite "Master ZOLFAGHARI " workshop.

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Persian Rug, Kerman Persian Rug, Antique Persian Rug

Persian Carpet Collection

Luxurious formal drawing and a truly inspired, naturally dyed, jewel-like palette impart tremendous elegance and vivacity in this stunning oversize antique Persian carpet from the acclaimed Lavar Kirman (RAVAR KERMAN) weaving tradition. Profoundly artful expression abounds throughout its complex design, where an explosive eight-lobed medallion overflows into reserve and cornerpieces with a shimmering diversity of eyecatching botanical details, each in electrifying tropical hues. Of profound artistic magnitude, this landmark circa 1900 palace-size Oriental rug is further enhanced by its exceedingly fine craftsmanship and excellent, heavy-pile condition, making it as practical as it is visually memorable. 38.6 Meters, Resale Right: No! 17' 0" x 24' 6" 518cm x 747cm Circa 1900

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Persian Rug, Kashan Persian Rug, Antique Persian Rug

Persian Carpet Collection

A city carpet with the whimsicality of a village rug, this masterful vintage Mohtasham Kashan carpet is certain to excite. Its subtle arabesque extends through its ample reserve into its fluid cornerpieces for an aesthetic that is playful and refined at the same time. The shape of its central medallion is elegant and highly original, with an intentional asymmetry more often encountered in village weavings. Deep cranberry red, Prussian blue and abundant glowing celadon tones are another compelling departure for this continually surprising Oriental art carpet. 9' 3" x 12' 5" 282cm x 378cm Circa 1900

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Persian Rug, Kerman Persian Rug, Antique Persian Rug

Persian Carpet Collection

Kerman 16th Century-Shimmering fantastical foliage invites the captivated viewer’s eye into an idealized world of perfection in this extraordinary Kerman Court masterpiece, where both color and form coexist with effortless grace. Incredibly luminous lime green cypresses join a swirling profusion of exquisitely balanced botanical species within the symphonic Tree of Life design, then give an encore performance as the featured performer of a surpassingly elegant main border. Astonishingly, though every inch of the surface is filled with infinitely painstaking texture, in atmosphere this formal art rug remains one of the lightest and most spacious-feeling pieces we have ever offered. 10' 1" x 6' 53" 306cm x 196cm 3rd Quarter 16th Century

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Persian Rug, Tabriz Persian Rug, Antique Persian Rug

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This absolutely singular Tabriz carpet possesses a striking, vastly overscale allover design and a rich naturally dyed palette of sparkling color. Enhanced by balanced design elements connected by wire-thin filigree tendrils, it is a refreshing anomaly among this village rug type, which traditionally feature pronounced central medallions. Notable is its use of bold jade greens, celestial blue, pistachio, vivid crimson, and bright saffron yellow, set against the shimmering sapphire ground. The main border features a lucid, understated golden vine and palmette pattern that provides an elegant foil to the field's singular artistry. Happily, at 150 years old, the piece offers superb wool and heavier pile condition. NEW ARRIVAL! 9' 4" x 11' 3” 284cm x 343cm 3rd Quarter, 19th Century

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Persian Rug, Bakhtiari Persian Rug, Antique Persian Rug

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An art-level carpet provides one-of-a-kind artistry that infuses even the grandest of rooms with an impressive impact that leaves one gobsmacked. Such is this magnificent oversize Bakhtiari in remarkable heavy-pile condition that is true to the richness of this tribe's storied weaving traditions. The exceptionally fine knotting known as "Bibibaf" ("Grandmother's Weave") present in this truly resplendent carpet was only accomplished by extremely mature weavers, thus the fitting moniker. This staggering work depicts an idyllic midnight garden theme of incandescent cypress and pomegranate trees, with additionally verdant botanical forms on an epic scale. Breathtakingly nuanced patterns give tremendous presence to every captivating visual element. Its dazzlingly saturated vegetally-dyed colors include spectacular golds, fiery scarlet, sage, indigo, and other luscious hues. Elegantly rendered calligraphy bedecks the main border. Price upon request! 13' 5" x 18' 6" 409cm x 564cm Circa 1875

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Persian Rug, Isfahan Persian Rug, Antique Persian Rug

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This luxuriant area-size Isfahan inherits a pedigree of craftsmanship and artistic sensitivity that were informed by a long history of regal workshops of the Safavid dynasty in this 16th century capital city. With a knot density of over 300 kpsi, and lamb’s wool surface radiating an enchanting luster, its lush patterning appears to circulate around the sophisticated center medallion. The mind-boggling field contains detailed cloudbands and numerous exotic birds within foliage in various postures. The signature Isfahan colors are here radiantly rendered with powder, sky, and ice blues in harmonious interplay with rich carnelian reds and deeper-hued cobalt. This piece has been treated with great respect for a period of 100 years, as it comes to us in remarkable, unblemished full-pile condition. 6.4in. x 4.2in. 196.5cm. x 137cm Late 19th Century Resale Right: No!

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Persian Rug, Bidjar Persian Rug, Antique Persian Rug

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Capturing the stately, sophisticated air that is synonymous with the finest antique Persian Bijar (Bidjar) carpets, this deeply memorable oversize rug is certain to bring a special dignity to a signature space in a gracious home. Saffron-hued pendants filled with tender, blossoming bouquets immediately draw the viewer?s attention, pulling the eye along the full expanse of its intricately patterned hexagonal reserve. This 20th century oversize Persian Oriental rug offers excellent craftsmanship and clear, saturated colors that energize each motif, and further animate its diversely sized border designs. It includes many unique, exotic hues, notably its warm pomegranate, saffron yellow and forest green. As well as being extremely beautiful, it is an extremely durable piece. Its condition is excellent, with heavier pile overall and no notable restoration. New Arrivals Gallery! Detailed details in the not so distant future!

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Persian Rug, Kerman Persian Rug, Antique Persian Rug

Persian Carpet Collection

Its sumptuous chromatic display fills numerous types of crisply rendered palmettes, other floral motifs, and the multi-colored Rococo-like vinery that extends into every inch of this luxurious oversize rug. A deep rose red inhabits the field and serves as the base of the main border, while golden sand, persimmon, Egyptian blue, deep teal, bronze and rare apple green are only part of the panoply of robust hues expressed in this tour-de-force of color. Very finely woven, this symphonic city carpet is in nearly full pile condition. We invite you to click through to the massive image to better appreciate the many inspired details. Price upon request 11' 0" x 18' 8"24.5 335cm x 569cm Circa 1925

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