KURDISH CARPET

Late 19th century
Handwoven, wool, natural dyes, synthetic highlights
83 x 36 in (211 x 99 cm)

There is a black fabric sleeve sown on the back of the carpet in case it is desired to be hung

NON-EXPORTABLE

This lot will be shipped in a roll

A Kurdish carpet from the Caucasian region. The carpet is a delightful amalgamation of various animals, flowers and talismanic elements drawn in naïve asymmetry and large scale. Of particular note are three large camels drawn In the centre of the field. The beautiful drawing is framed with a major border of the running dog or wave icons, flanked by two minor barberpole borders.