Karaghasli, Caucasus, antique carpet, between ,
This is a classic in its kind.These carpets are never big, about this size, and always made in a very high quality. Tightly knotted, and made of the finest quality wool. The edge is also classic, a golden yellow base with a shamdan ornament, often called wineglass and saw-blade.These are actually fire torch and fire, however. An ancient Zoroastrianistic symbol. The birds are stylised Phoenixes, a mythological bird of the Zurvanists, which symbolises reincarnation. Zoroastrianism of Zurvanism is a mono-theistic religion which dates back as far as years before Christianity, and forms the base of our western culture. It was able to survive, in secret, despite the pressure of, in particular, Islamic Sunni.Shia Muslims are in power in Iran, and they are much more tolerant and profound towards views. The Caucasus was mostly influenced by Persian and Russia.The latter country was not devoted to any kind of religion, and left it undisturbed.In exceptionally good condition, especially considering its age, with only a bit of wear on one edge, see photo 14. This is not to be used as a floor rug; but deserves to be hung as an object on the wall. High knot density: per m².Will be sent by registered and insured post. Read More