Semi-Antique Hand-Knotted Persian Khamseh Wool Long Rug
Item Details
A semi-antique hand-knotted Persian Khamseh wool long rug. This rug is rendered in an abrash palette of mauve to rose, black, cobalt, wheat, crimson, ivory, walnut, and turquoise. The field features a stepped diamond lattice design in alternating ground colors, while featuring branched floral devices. Framing the field is a main floral and boteh meander border with an ivory ground, along with a stylized rose vine border over cobalt. Helping frame the field are vine guard borders, a boteh minor border, and a diagonal stripe with sawtooth strips to the ends. Finishing this rug are overcast selvedges and a wool warp fringe with a striped kilim skirt to the ends. It is unlabeled.
| Type | Long Rug |
| Materials | Wool |
| Manufacturing Process | Handmade |
| Approximate Size | 5′ × 9′ |
| Origin | Iran |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Period | Vintage |
- Please note, this is an item that may be especially difficult to move and/or transport. The winner is responsible for bringing appropriate assistance, vehicle, proper materials, and any necessary tools to pickup. International shipping may be restricted.
Condition
- threadbare areas; damage to the edges and ends; discoloration; previous repairs.
Dimensions
- approximately 5’ W x 8.9’ D.
Item #
18DCC609-088
