Late 19th Century Antique Mohtasham Kashan Rug 6'9'' x 9'7''

Description

In fairly good condition, this velvety pile, short-clipped arcade pattern carpet shows two candy-cane striped pillars with fluted capitals upholding … more In fairly good condition, this velvety pile, short-clipped arcade pattern carpet shows two candy-cane striped pillars with fluted capitals upholding rounded arches with navy palmette spandrels. Beneath is a well-drawn palmette, iris, leaf, and complex rosette pattern on an old ivory ground. Navy border with a fat meandering vine with side kinks. Fine weave, cotton foundation, asymmetric knots, central Persian town origin, probably in the famous “Mohtasham” workshop. less