DABIR KASHAN GARDEN CARPET, Central Persian
9' 9" x 13' 9" Circa 1910 Price: $37,000
(High-Decorative)
("New Arrivals Gallery") This mesmerizing artistry of this over-century-old Dabir Kashan carpet sets it apart from other rugs of this period. Its Garden design is a perennial favorite for those who wish to add a unique ambiance to their decor. From a magically elfin vase, a bouquet bursts into an atmosphere alive with bounteous blooms. In a crowning gesture, two sacred trees hold a peony flowerhead aloft, out of which emerges seven polychrome fan-shaped carnations. The sparkling botanical verdure in this carpet is unusually inventive and highly diverse, while a super fine weave quietly reveals a multiplicity of crystal clear detail. How long will it take you to find the peacocks and other birds among the splendor? Elegant, layered cornerpieces are embellished with delightful arabesques, adding to the nuance and joy of discovery in this Persian court weaving. A brilliant range of colors appears to have been expertly dyed with the dust of gemstones. Superb shading fills this impressive technical and artistic performance with even greater animation. This carpet would enhance a contemporary or traditional interior style, while its silky, heavier wool pile is wonderfully tactile, enhancing the memorable visual experience.