Hand-Knotted Peshawar Area Rug

Item Details

A hand-knotted Peshawar area rug, likely made in Pakistan. This wool rug features a palette of black amid sun-faded shades of pale yellow, ivory, gray, and cream. Its field is filled with large-scale florets and palmettes surrounded by smaller flowers, leaves, and vines. These are rendered in the lighter colors of the palette with occasional high-contrast moments in black. Framing the field are six borders, including a classic herati primary border over a black background. Selvedges are overcast, the rug finishing at either end with fine ivory wool warp fringe. It is unlabeled.

• Please note, this is an item that may be especially difficult to move and/or transport. Unless shipping arrangements are available and made by the winning bidder, that individual is advised to bring appropriate assistance, vehicle, proper materials, and any necessary tools to pickup.

Condition

- slight staining on the middle of the rug as well as the fringes; could benefit from professional cleaning.

Dimensions

- approximately 7.9’ W x 10.2’ D.

Item #

17LOU159-319