Rare 1890 - 1910 Antique 8.8 x 13 Egyptian / Persian Rug Hand Knotted, Signed by Weaver
Great grandfather was in the navy and picked this rug up while over seas after WWI.
Authentic
vintage Persian area rug in excellent condition, (early 1900s
estimate). Completely hand knotted from fine top grade lamb kurk sheep
wool and natural dyes a century ago. Professionally cleaned before placed in storage.
No holes, tears, stains, animal or smoke. Even original pile. Amazing
hues and color variation is made possible by organic dye oxidation over
the century called 'abrash' by collectors. Old world dye techniques
unmatched even today. Dark blue, light blue, turquoise / teal green,
antiqued gold, muted coral / saffron, cream deep red and more. Double tied knots
on two foundation layers for durability, about 150 knots per square inch
per layer (300 effective). Fine, clean Great condition for a 100 year old rug. See all 11 images.
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