Lot 128
  • 128

A Bidjar rug, North Persia

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description

  • wool
  • approximately 7ft. 8in. by 4ft. 9in. (2.34 by 1.45m.)
wool warp

Exhibited

Discoveries from Kurdish Looms, Mary and Leigh Block Gallery, Northwestern University, in conjunction with the Chicago Rug Society, December 9, 1983 - February 19, 1984, no. 11

Literature

Biggs, Robert D., ed., Discoveries from Kurdish Looms, Evanston, Illinois: Northwestern University, 1983, pl. 11

Condition

Pile ranges from approximately 1/8in. to low to knotheads in areas of foldwear. Sides partially overcast and with some minor losses to selvages. Ends complete with original cabled end finishes. Hanging rings sewn on reverse at top end. Unusually fine weave and flexible handle.
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