Mid-19th Century N.W. Persian Bakshaiesh Shrub Carpet
Mid-19th Century N.W. Persian Bakshaiesh Shrub Carpet Mid-19th Century N.W. Persian Bakshaiesh Shrub Carpet Mid-19th Century N.W. Persian Bakshaiesh Shrub Carpet Mid-19th Century N.W. Persian Bakshaiesh Shrub Carpet Mid-19th Century N.W. Persian Bakshaiesh Shrub Carpet Mid-19th Century N.W. Persian Bakshaiesh Shrub Carpet Mid-19th Century N.W. Persian Bakshaiesh Shrub Carpet Mid-19th Century N.W. Persian Bakshaiesh Shrub Carpet Mid-19th Century N.W. Persian Bakshaiesh Shrub Carpet Mid-19th Century N.W. Persian Bakshaiesh Shrub Carpet Mid-19th Century N.W. Persian Bakshaiesh Shrub Carpet

Mid-19th Century N.W. Persian Bakshaiesh Shrub Carpet

This substantially antique square scatter shows a diagonal long-leaf diamond lattice enclosing two types of small, multiply flowering plants, all on the dark blue field. The red border shows a variant of the “Karaja” rosette and tiny flower array design. Good condition for a mid-19th century rug. Fine weave.
Stock ID: #23603
General Rug Type: Persian Informal
Specific Rug Type: Bakshaiesh
Circa: 1850
Ground Color: Dark Blue
Border Color: Raspebery Red
Origin: Persia
Material: Wool
Weave: Pile - Knotted
Shape: Square
Width: 5' 4" ( 163 cm )
Length: 6' ( 183 cm )
Description
Bakshaiesh

Primarily a trade term applied to a wide variety of weaves and design styles of Heriz area carpets from about 1870 to 1895. there is no consistent theme, but Caucasian tonalities of red, light and medium blue, ivory and green prevail, wool often occurs in the foundation. Although the town of Bakshaiesh appears on rug maps, it is unclear if all the carpets in question were woven there. Strong open medallion designs or ingenious overall patterns are frequent. Bakshaiesh carpets, evn those in need of restoration, can command healthy prices. Sizes are primarily in carpets up to 12’ x 20’, but a few scatters were woven.

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