3.8 x 9 Antique Tribal Rug, Probably North Persia, Possibly Luri Tribe, Circa 1900
A somewhat puzzling rug, this tribal piece has features that suggest it was woven by the Luri tribe. In particular, the diagonal stripe design decorating the interior and exterior guard borders and the Boteh (Paisley shape motifs) are often seen in Luri weavings. The Luri were active weavers in both south Persia and in the Veramin area in northern Persia.
The field is decorated with a series of alternating brick red and navy blue panels plus four ivory medallions containing Boteh. An ivory major border frames the field.
A moderately priced example with good color and character that is an option for a beginning collector of antique rugs and/or for decorative use.
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Price: Please, call Helen or Douglas for price or other information at (781) 205-9817
Douglas Stock Gallery is a Boston area based dealer specializing in antique Oriental rugs and new, hand woven rugs that utilize natural dyes. We generally feature a selection of antique Persian tribal rugs, including rugs woven by the QashQa’i, Kurdish, Luri, Afshar and Bakhtiari tribes.
