Exceptional, Original, very important, fine and ancient - Lot 259

Exceptional, Original, very important, fine and ancient Tabriz Djaffer Iran Late 19th century Dimensions 560 x 380 cm Silky lambswool velvet on cotton foundation Density: approx. 7500 knots per dm2 Good condition Beautiful polychromy Brick-red field decorated with a mosaic of flowers in an original composition of semis of droplet-shaped flasks adorned with polychrome flower bouquets surrounded by finely symmetrical cypress trees. Note the remarkable balance formed by the termination of sky-blue prayer niches forming a succession of mirhabs. Eight burettes, including the main one with floral bulb sowing and decoration reminiscent of the central field. Remarkable dimensions Highly decorative rug (very sought-after, without central medallion), highly prized in the United States.