Meshed Figural,
East Persia (Iran), c. 182 (190) x 141 (145) cm, about 1900, extremely rare pictorial carpet featuring Rostam seated on a throne and two pockmarked brown divs, surrounded by several animal motifs, main border with “Zili Sultan” motif and inscription cartouches, the scene is probably an illustration of a folk tale or is taken from the “Shahnameh” (“Book of Kings”), wefts and multicoloured warp threads made of silk with c. 640,000 asymmetrical kts/sq m, large edges and woven finish, excellent condition.
Further reading:
Schlamminger/Wilson, Persische Bildteppiche, Geknüpfte Mythen;
19.06.2018 - 18:00
- Realized price: **
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EUR 6,250.-
- Starting bid:
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EUR 5,000.-
Meshed Figural,
East Persia (Iran), c. 182 (190) x 141 (145) cm, about 1900, extremely rare pictorial carpet featuring Rostam seated on a throne and two pockmarked brown divs, surrounded by several animal motifs, main border with “Zili Sultan” motif and inscription cartouches, the scene is probably an illustration of a folk tale or is taken from the “Shahnameh” (“Book of Kings”), wefts and multicoloured warp threads made of silk with c. 640,000 asymmetrical kts/sq m, large edges and woven finish, excellent condition.
Further reading:
Schlamminger/Wilson, Persische Bildteppiche, Geknüpfte Mythen;
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| Auction: | Collection Adil Besim - Oriental Carpets, Kilims and Textiles |
| Auction type: | Saleroom auction |
| Date: | 19.06.2018 - 18:00 |
| Location: | Vienna | Palais Dorotheum |
| Exhibition: | 13.06. - 19.06.2018 |
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