KIRMAN-RAVER carpet (Persia), end of the 3rd third of the 19th century Dimensions : 187 x 130cm Technical characteristics : Wool velvet on a cotton foundation. An octagonal, ivory, flowered medallion is enthroned in the center of a ruby, oblong, cruciform counter field with crenellated braces. The hexagonal marine field on which it rests, as well as itself, are covered with large polychrome corollas. Two ruby pendants with bouquets, and four spandrels with ivory arabesques, decorated with floral vases complete the set. The pastel frame is composed of a main border with flowered niches, flanked by three counter-borders with garlands and flowers. Speckled highlights. Beautiful contrasted palette. (Wear)

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