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Silk Mohtasham Vaqvaq

Silk Mohtasham Vaqvaq

  • Number Sold

  • Type Workshop

  • Material Silk

  • Origin Kashan

  • Style Tree

  • Size 210 x 140

  • Age 1860

Story

This is one of the oldest silk Kashans from the Qajar period. This is attested to by the archaic border (what a terrific blue!) and the ancient nature of its mythological theme. The apricot field is dominated by a rising tree of life replete with both real and fantastic beasts. They are rendered in a dizzying array of natural dyes that are made most vivid by the sheen of the silk pile. You can't but admire the majestic Phoenix bird that swoops in from the top! Surprisingly this museum quality carpet has survived in absolutely perfect condition.

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