Bidjar - Carpet - 348 cm - 248 cm
Are you interested in this item?This item is up for auction at Catawiki. Please click on "respond to advert" (orange button) to get redirected to the Catawiki website. Catawiki’s goal is to make special objects universally available. Our weekly auctions feature thousands of unusual, rare, and exceptional objects you won’t find in just any store. -- ‘Large oriental rug in beautiful condition’ -- With certificate -- Second half previous century -- Approx. knots per m²This is a hand-knotted Bidjar rug made of durable, natural materials. The way it is knotted and the diversity in patterns make this rug unique and emphasise its authentic and traditional character. This Bidjar was made in India, originally Bidjar rugs were made in Iran.Bidjar is located in western Iran. Bidjar rugs can be found both with and without a medallion, this is called a Herati pattern. Bidjar rugs are made of high-quality wool on a cotton warp (bobbin thread). They are often thick and compact carpets with the pile pointing almost straight up. This is why Bidjar rugs are excellent carpets for regular use, with an extremely high durability.This is a used carpet, which has become more beautiful and richer in character due to the natural ageing process.Main colour: dusty pink.Accent colours: brick-red, cream, mustard-green and shades of blue.Specifics: full and thick carpet: lots of nap; rich abrash (natural colour differences).Signs of wear: a few inconspicuous spots with moth damage from the past. (Photos 8–9)Please view the photos in order to make your own assessment.This lot will be shipped registered, with track & trace. S322 Read more