A 'Mohtashem' Kashan carpet, Central Persia

Overall measurements: Vertically along the left side: 314cm, through the middle 317cm, along the right side 314cm; Horizontally across the top 223cm, across the middle 224cm., across the bottom 227cm. Pile generally even overall 4mm, very good; there is some abrash especially across centre half, and evident in lower half especially in the borders; some spot marks centre lower border; fringes trimmed and both ends overlocked, re-overcast magenta pink side cords, loss to cord bottom left corner; slightly bowed along lower edge; good size, lovely drawing, a very nice example of its type. EMBARGO ON IMPORTATION OF PERSIAN/IRANIAN WORKS OF ART TO THE USA. Due to recent changes in the U.S. law, carpets and rugs of Iranian/Persian origin can no longer be imported into the U.S. Please check with the sale administrator if you are uncertain as to whether a lot is subject to these or any other restrictions or if you need assistance with such enquiries.
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The term 'Mohtashem' derives from the renowned maker Kajji Mullah Muhammad Hassan Mohtashem. Few of his signed works are recorded, but the name is attributed to fine works of a similar calibre with velvety 'kurk' wool and luminous dyes. See also Lot 92, 109 and 114 in this sale. For full discussion of Mohtashem works see Azadi, S., 'The Mark of Mohtashem', Hali, 160, 2009, pp. 66-73.

For further examples of 'Mohtashem' works within this sale please see lots 93, 110 and 114.

EMBARGO ON IMPORTATION OF PERSIAN/IRANIAN WORKS OF ART TO THE USA.
Due to recent changes in the U.S. law, carpets and rugs of Iranian/Persian origin can no longer be imported into the U.S.
Please check with the sale administrator if you are uncertain as to whether a lot is subject to these or any other restrictions or if you need assistance with such enquiries.