5.2 x 7.2 A highly important antique Bakshaish rug, Northwest Persia, Circa 1880

A highly important antique Bakshaish rug from the Heriz district in northwest Persia’s Azerbaijan province. The ivory field is decorated with an all-over design of large flowerheads and vines. The aubergine color flowerheads and the checkerboard design flower are notable aspects.

A world class example.

Published in: The Magazine Antiques

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