Ningxia, West China, c. 212 x 90 cm,
West China, c. 212 x 90 cm, early 19th century. An important “tiger skin” carpet decorated with a sea and mountain design at both ends of the field. This carpet is a forerunner of the Tibetan tiger rugs of the late 19th century, which are characterised by completely abstract designs. All tiger carpets were made for the highest dignitaries and were thus a symbol of power. They were also used for meditation in Tantrist ceremonies. With original cotton edges and corroded brown pile, in good (used) condition. (VP)
A collector’s carpet.
Provenance:
Eskenazi & Co, Arte Orientale, Milan.
Specialist: Vincent Pillinger
Vincent Pillinger
+43-1-515 60-314
vincent.pillinger@dorotheum.at
21.10.2020 - 14:00
- Realized price: **
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EUR 22,800.-
- Starting bid:
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EUR 7,000.-
Ningxia, West China, c. 212 x 90 cm,
West China, c. 212 x 90 cm, early 19th century. An important “tiger skin” carpet decorated with a sea and mountain design at both ends of the field. This carpet is a forerunner of the Tibetan tiger rugs of the late 19th century, which are characterised by completely abstract designs. All tiger carpets were made for the highest dignitaries and were thus a symbol of power. They were also used for meditation in Tantrist ceremonies. With original cotton edges and corroded brown pile, in good (used) condition. (VP)
A collector’s carpet.
Provenance:
Eskenazi & Co, Arte Orientale, Milan.
Specialist: Vincent Pillinger
Vincent Pillinger
+43-1-515 60-314
vincent.pillinger@dorotheum.at
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| Auction: | Oriental Carpets, Textiles and Tapestries |
| Auction type: | Saleroom auction with Live Bidding |
| Date: | 21.10.2020 - 14:00 |
| Location: | Vienna | Palais Dorotheum |
| Exhibition: | 14.10. - 21.10.2020 |
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