Kashan Rugs: Tree of Life Kashan Rug Early 20th C.

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JBOC Attribution: Oriental Rugs - Persian Rugs - Kashan Rug

Kashan Rugs: Tree of Life Kashan Rug Early 20th C.

Tree of Life Kashan Rug

Size: 4 foot 1 inch by 6 foot 10 inch.

This is a beautiful older Persian City Carpet from the Kashan area. Rugs like this are generally referred to as Meditation Carpets.

USE - This piece is of special interest to collectors. This could certainly be used on the floor but this size is especially well suited for hanging on a wall.

Color is difficult over the internet, please review the Direct Scan below for the best representation of color in this rug.

Kashan Rug, Persia, Early 20th century.

Size: 4 foot 1 inch by 6 foot 10 inch.

Structure: Structure: Asymmetrical knot.16 knots per horizontal inch and 14 knots per vertical inch. 224 per square inch (3472 per square decimeter)

Yarn Spin: Z.

Warp: 2 ply ivory cotton.

Weft: 1 shot blue cotton.

Pile: 2 wool singles.

Ends: .5 plain weave and twined finish with 1 inch warp fringe.

Selvages: 1 cord plain blue cotton.

Handle: Light-medium, durable.

Further Notes: Very good condition.

Excellent drawing and color. Attractive thin Persian rug with great color. This is a wonderful Persian city carpet and will be a beautiful addition in a better home.

For Further Reading:

Guide to Rugs & Books

La Miniature En Orient

Southwest Asia Time Line

Thanks and best wishes,

J. Barry O'Connell Jr.