Number 572
Type Workshop
Origin Isfahan
Style Medallion
Material Wool & Silk
Size 418 x 300
Age 1950
An early and unusually large masterpiece from the famed Seirafian workshop in Isfahan, this carpet stands out for its rich ornamentation and imposing dimensions. Most of their production, especially early on from the 1930s to the 1960s, consisted of ghaliche size rugs averaging 2 meters length. The scale of this is gigantic in comparison. It is in 100% superb condition with vegetable dyes and significant silk highlights. The fringes are complete and made of silk. Persian carpet collectors will be hard pressed finding a better example of signed master weaver art.
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The idea of purchasing valuable rugs and other artwork online from an overseas seller is daunting for several reasons, not least of which is the fact that, not being able to examine and feel the rug for yourself, you are never entirely certain that the origin, age or condition of the rug corresponds with the dealer’s description. For me, I could never take this step unless I had absolute trust in the integrity of the dealer, and my recent experience with Hadi confirms that my faith in him was well placed. Every detail of the antique rug expertly explained by Hadi was accurate and when I finally received the actual rug, it turned out to be even more stunning than his photos depicted. F. Alsagoff, Singapore
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